The Blue Sky Maiden (1957): cast, story & where to watch

1957 · Film · ★ 6.2

The Blue Sky Maiden poster

Released in 1957, The Blue Sky Maiden is a comedy and drama film directed by Yasuzō Masumura, running about 89 minutes.

What it’s about. Yuko is sent to the coastal regions to be raised away from the rest of her sophisticated family where she finds out from her ill grandmother that she is not who she thought she was.

Who’s in it. The Blue Sky Maiden stars Ayako Wakao as Yûko Ono, Keizō Kawasaki as Ryōsuke Hirooka, Kenji Sugawara as Keikichi Futami and Ryūji Shinagawa, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Blue Sky Maiden 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 Blue Sky Maiden page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Blue Sky Maiden tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Blue Sky Maiden (1957)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Blue Sky Maiden change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Blue Sky Maiden worth watching?
The Blue Sky Maiden holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Blue Sky Maiden?
The Blue Sky Maiden stars Ayako Wakao, Keizō Kawasaki, Kenji Sugawara, Ryūji Shinagawa and Yuko Yashio.
When was The Blue Sky Maiden released?
The Blue Sky Maiden was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.