The Snowy Heron (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1958, The Snowy Heron is a drama film directed by Teinosuke Kinugasa, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. The story follows Oshino, a geisha who is trying to start a new life with a lover who is a painter. However, her past filled with debts and pimps catches up to her.
Who’s in it. The Snowy Heron stars Fujiko Yamamoto, Keizō Kawasaki, Yosuke Irie and Shūji Sano, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Snowy Heron 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 Snowy Heron page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Snowy Heron tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Snowy Heron (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Snowy Heron change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Snowy Heron worth watching?
- The Snowy Heron holds an audience score of 4.0 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 Snowy Heron?
- The Snowy Heron stars Fujiko Yamamoto, Keizō Kawasaki, Yosuke Irie, Shūji Sano and Hitomi Nozoe.
- When was The Snowy Heron released?
- The Snowy Heron was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.