The Underworld (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film
Released in 1956, The Underworld is a drama and crime film directed by Kajirō Yamamoto, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Yakuza boss Furuya leans more and more on his protege Takao Shoji, though Shoji has become romantically involved with Furuya's mistress, Natsue. Furuya himself has fallen in love, with a nurse after his recent hospital stay. As the gang grows more jealous of the favoritism Furuya shows Shoji, they decide to reveal Shoji's relationship with Natsue. But Furuya's affection for Shoji cannot be easily destroyed, even in the gang war that erupts.
Who’s in it. The Underworld stars Koji Tsuruta, Kyoko Aoyama, Akemi Negishi and Hiroshi Koizumi, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Underworld page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Underworld tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Underworld (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Underworld change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Underworld?
- The Underworld stars Koji Tsuruta, Kyoko Aoyama, Akemi Negishi, Hiroshi Koizumi and Seiji Miyaguchi.
- When was The Underworld released?
- The Underworld was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.