Willful Murder (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film
Released in 1981, Willful Murder is a drama film directed by Kei Kumai, running about 132 minutes.
What it’s about. The president of the Japanese National Railways is found dead during a period in which train service is plagued by numerous layoffs, strikes and shutdowns. The government says that the president was murdered; the police claim it was a suicide. A quizzical reporter follows the case for years, but the basic question remains unanswered: was the victim killed by members of the burgeoning Communist movement in Japan, or was the death stage-managed by the authorities in hopes of discrediting the Communists?
Who’s in it. Willful Murder stars Tatsuya Nakadai as Yashiro, Isao Hashimoto as Ono, Akio Miyabe and Yôko Asaji, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Willful Murder page.
If you liked it. Fans of Willful Murder tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Willful Murder (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Willful Murder change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Willful Murder?
- Willful Murder stars Tatsuya Nakadai, Isao Hashimoto, Akio Miyabe, Yôko Asaji and Ichirô Nakatani.
- When was Willful Murder released?
- Willful Murder was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 132 minutes.