Tora-san, the Expert (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film
Released in 1982, Tora-san, the Expert is a comedy film directed by Yoji Yamada, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. Tora-san gets into an argument with his uncle and sets out on the road again. In Kyushu he meets a young woman named Keiko and the shy zoologist Saburō, and attempts to play matchmaker between the two when they all return to Tokyo.
Who’s in it. Tora-san, the Expert stars Kiyoshi Atsumi as Torajiro Kuruma, Chieko Baisho as Sakura, Yuko Tanaka as Keiko and Masami Shimojô, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tora-san, the Expert page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tora-san, the Expert tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tora-san, the Expert (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tora-san, the Expert change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Tora-san, the Expert?
- Tora-san, the Expert stars Kiyoshi Atsumi, Chieko Baisho, Yuko Tanaka, Masami Shimojô and Chieko Misaki.
- When was Tora-san, the Expert released?
- Tora-san, the Expert was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.