Kidnapping Blues (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film
Released in 1982, Kidnapping Blues is a drama and crime film directed by Shinpei Asai, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. A man and a little girl meet in a bicycle parking in Tokyo. The little girl says she wants to watch the sea, and their travel begins. The man has no conscience of being a kidnapper. He asks the girl to phone her mother and tell her she’s with him. During their trip they will meet various people. But they always have to go further, or the man would to get arrested...
Who’s in it. Kidnapping Blues stars Yumiko Fujita as Maiden, Hōsei Komatsu as Pawn Shop Guy, Jūzō Itami as Walking Man and Nobuko Miyamoto, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kidnapping Blues page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kidnapping Blues tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kidnapping Blues (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kidnapping Blues change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Kidnapping Blues?
- Kidnapping Blues stars Yumiko Fujita, Hōsei Komatsu, Jūzō Itami, Nobuko Miyamoto and Takuzō Kawatani.
- When was Kidnapping Blues released?
- Kidnapping Blues was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.