Colonel Kato's Falcon Squadron (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1944, Colonel Kato's Falcon Squadron is a war film directed by Kajirō Yamamoto, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. A 1944 propaganda film that depicts the fictionalised career of IJAAF pilot Tateo Kato, who led the 64th Sentai during the early months of the Pacific War. The film has scenes featuring Ki-43 fighters escorting Ki-21 bombers to attack Rangoon, where they are attacked by P-40 Warhawk and Brewster Buffalo fighters.
Who’s in it. Colonel Kato's Falcon Squadron stars Susumu Fujita as Colonel Kato, Minoru Takada, Denjirō Ōkōchi and Takashi Shimura, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Colonel Kato's Falcon Squadron 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 Colonel Kato's Falcon Squadron page.
If you liked it. Fans of Colonel Kato's Falcon Squadron tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Colonel Kato's Falcon Squadron (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Colonel Kato's Falcon Squadron change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Colonel Kato's Falcon Squadron worth watching?
- Colonel Kato's Falcon Squadron holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Colonel Kato's Falcon Squadron?
- Colonel Kato's Falcon Squadron stars Susumu Fujita, Minoru Takada, Denjirō Ōkōchi, Takashi Shimura and Katsuhiko Haida.
- When was Colonel Kato's Falcon Squadron released?
- Colonel Kato's Falcon Squadron was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.