A Wife Confesses (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1961, A Wife Confesses is a drama and mystery film directed by Yasuzō Masumura, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Tied to a mountain between her brutalizing spouse and her secret lover, disaster strikes; the authorities accuse her of murder and prompt a confession.
Who’s in it. A Wife Confesses stars Ayako Wakao as Ayako Takigawa, Hiroshi Kawaguchi as Osamu Kôda, Eitarō Ozawa as Ryôkichi Takigawa and Haruko Mabuchi as Rie Munakata, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, A Wife Confesses 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 A Wife Confesses page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Wife Confesses tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Wife Confesses (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Wife Confesses change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Wife Confesses worth watching?
- A Wife Confesses holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Wife Confesses?
- A Wife Confesses stars Ayako Wakao, Hiroshi Kawaguchi, Eitarō Ozawa, Haruko Mabuchi and Jun Negami.
- When was A Wife Confesses released?
- A Wife Confesses was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.