The Abalone Gals (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film
Released in 1965, The Abalone Gals is a comedy film directed by Yoichi Maeda, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. South of Tokyo is a small island until quite recently relatively unchanged since feudal times. Now, however, it is being made into a tourist's playland and the girls, who had been abalone divers, now become geisha, and the old ways of the island are all topsy-turvy. One of the girls, more sensitive than the rest, sees that here, too, people are motivated only by greed and decides to leave and try to find a better life elsewhere.
Who’s in it. The Abalone Gals stars Akiko Nakamura, Kyōko Ōgimachi, Hoki Tokuda and Bokuzen Hidari, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Abalone Gals page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Abalone Gals tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Abalone Gals (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Abalone Gals change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Abalone Gals?
- The Abalone Gals stars Akiko Nakamura, Kyōko Ōgimachi, Hoki Tokuda, Bokuzen Hidari and Masumi Harukawa.
- When was The Abalone Gals released?
- The Abalone Gals was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.