Thirst for Love (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1966, Thirst for Love is a drama film directed by Jun'ya Satô, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Natsuko, a Tokyo bar proprietress, and Yuki, a Kyoto Ryokan owner, vie for the affections of an advertising professional.
Who’s in it. Thirst for Love stars Yoshiko Mita as Natsuko Nomura, Yoshiko Sakuma as Yuki Shimizu, Shinjirô Ehara as Shuichi and Yuki Jono as Kyoko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Thirst for Love 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 Thirst for Love page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thirst for Love tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thirst for Love (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thirst for Love change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thirst for Love worth watching?
- Thirst for Love holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Thirst for Love?
- Thirst for Love stars Yoshiko Mita, Yoshiko Sakuma, Shinjirô Ehara, Yuki Jono and Shinsuke Ashida.
- When was Thirst for Love released?
- Thirst for Love was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.