Tora-san's Grand Scheme (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1970, Tora-san's Grand Scheme is a comedy film directed by Shun'ichi Kobayashi, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. After winning big at the races, Torajiro Kuruma wants to take his aunt and uncle on a trip to Hawaii to partly pay the great filial debt he feels he owes them, but the plan hits a snag. Also, a pretty kindergarten teacher rents a room at Toraya.
Who’s in it. Tora-san's Grand Scheme stars Kiyoshi Atsumi as Torajiro Kuruma, Chieko Baisho as Sakura, Komaki Kurihara as Haruko and Chieko Misaki as Tsune, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Tora-san's Grand Scheme has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tora-san's Grand Scheme page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tora-san's Grand Scheme tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tora-san's Grand Scheme (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tora-san's Grand Scheme change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tora-san's Grand Scheme worth watching?
- Tora-san's Grand Scheme holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Tora-san's Grand Scheme?
- Tora-san's Grand Scheme stars Kiyoshi Atsumi, Chieko Baisho, Komaki Kurihara, Chieko Misaki and Gin Maeda.
- When was Tora-san's Grand Scheme released?
- Tora-san's Grand Scheme was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.