Tora-san Goes North (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1987, Tora-san Goes North is a comedy and drama film directed by Yoji Yamada, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. When his travels take him to rural Hokkaido, Tora-san helps a cantankerous old veterinarian (Mifune) in his relationships with his estranged daughter, and a woman in whom he is secretly interested.
Who’s in it. Tora-san Goes North stars Kiyoshi Atsumi as Torajiro Kuruma, Chieko Baisho as Sakura, Keiko Takeshita as Rinko and Masami Shimojō as Uncle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Tora-san Goes North sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tora-san Goes North page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tora-san Goes North tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tora-san Goes North (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tora-san Goes North change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tora-san Goes North worth watching?
- Tora-san Goes North holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Tora-san Goes North?
- Tora-san Goes North stars Kiyoshi Atsumi, Chieko Baisho, Keiko Takeshita, Masami Shimojō and Chieko Misaki.
- When was Tora-san Goes North released?
- Tora-san Goes North was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.