Ironfinger (1965): cast, story & where to watch

1965 · Film · ★ 6.1

Ironfinger poster

Released in 1965, Ironfinger is an action, comedy and adventure film directed by Jun Fukuda, running about 101 minutes. “Thrill at the zenith of danger! Gasp through onslaughts of action! Squirm as a girl takes over!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. After being mistaken for an Interpol agent, a man who was just supposed to go on vacation gets mixed up in a war between two gangs intent on winning the favor of a notorious arms dealer.

Who’s in it. Ironfinger stars Akira Takarada as Andrew Hoshino, Mie Hama as Yumi Sawada, Ichirō Arishima as Detective Tezuka and Jun Tatara, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Ironfinger has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ironfinger page.

If you liked it. Fans of Ironfinger tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Ironfinger (1965)?
In US, Ironfinger is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Ironfinger worth watching?
Ironfinger holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Ironfinger?
Ironfinger stars Akira Takarada, Mie Hama, Ichirō Arishima, Jun Tatara and Akihiko Hirata.
When was Ironfinger released?
Ironfinger was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.