The Incident (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1978, The Incident is a drama film directed by Yoshitaro Nomura, running about 138 minutes.
What it’s about. The body of Sakai Hatsuko, a woman of 23 who has been slain with a knife, has been found in a forest. Some days later, Ueda Hiroshi, a 19-year-old shipyard worker, is arrested and charged with the murder. At Ueda's trial, a complex story unfolds.
Who’s in it. The Incident stars Tetsurō Tamba as Lawyer Kikuchi, Keiko Matsuzaka as Hatsuko Sakai, Shinobu Otake as Yoshiko Sakai and Toshiyuki Nagashima as Hiroshi Ueda, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Incident 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 The Incident page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Incident tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Incident (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Incident change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Incident worth watching?
- The Incident holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Incident?
- The Incident stars Tetsurō Tamba, Keiko Matsuzaka, Shinobu Otake, Toshiyuki Nagashima and Tsunehiko Watase.
- When was The Incident released?
- The Incident was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 138 minutes.