Solar Eclipse (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1975, Solar Eclipse is a drama film directed by Satsuo Yamamoto, running about 154 minutes.
What it’s about. When bribe money from a rigged election funnels into a dam construction project, collusion, lust, greed and even murder are on the ballot.
Who’s in it. Solar Eclipse stars Tatsuya Nakadai as Yasuo Hoshino, the Chief Cabinet Secretary, Jūkichi Uno as Sankichi Ishihara, Rentaro Mikuni as Conservative MP and Kō Nishimura, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Solar Eclipse 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 Solar Eclipse page.
If you liked it. Fans of Solar Eclipse tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Solar Eclipse (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Solar Eclipse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Solar Eclipse worth watching?
- Solar Eclipse holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Solar Eclipse?
- Solar Eclipse stars Tatsuya Nakadai, Jūkichi Uno, Rentaro Mikuni, Kō Nishimura and Gaku Yamamoto.
- When was Solar Eclipse released?
- Solar Eclipse was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 154 minutes.