Jirocho Fuji (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1959, Jirocho Fuji is a drama film directed by Kazuo Mori, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Legendary yakuza Shimizu Jirocho and his 28 henchmen travel the unruly path from a 'Fire Festival' in Akiba to a decisive battle by the Fujigawa.
Who’s in it. Jirocho Fuji stars Kazuo Hasegawa as Shimizu no Jirocho, Raizō Ichikawa as Kira no Nikichi, Shintarō Katsu as Mori no Ishimatsu and Eiji Funakoshi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Jirocho Fuji has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jirocho Fuji page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jirocho Fuji tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jirocho Fuji (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jirocho Fuji change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jirocho Fuji worth watching?
- Jirocho Fuji holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jirocho Fuji?
- Jirocho Fuji stars Kazuo Hasegawa, Raizō Ichikawa, Shintarō Katsu, Eiji Funakoshi and Machiko Kyō.
- When was Jirocho Fuji released?
- Jirocho Fuji was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.