The Setting Sun (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1992, The Setting Sun is a drama, war and romance film directed by Rou Tomono, running about 152 minutes.
What it’s about. A Japanese soldier is forced to question alliances when he meets and falls in love with the leader of the rebel movement.
Who’s in it. The Setting Sun stars Diane Lane as Lian Hong, Donald Sutherland as John Williams, Masaya Kato as Kaya Tatsuma and Keishi Arashi as Isihara Kanji, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Setting Sun has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Setting Sun page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Setting Sun tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Setting Sun (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Setting Sun change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Setting Sun worth watching?
- The Setting Sun holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Setting Sun?
- The Setting Sun stars Diane Lane, Donald Sutherland, Masaya Kato, Keishi Arashi and Yuen Biao.
- When was The Setting Sun released?
- The Setting Sun was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 152 minutes.