Tora-san Plays Cupid (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1977, Tora-san Plays Cupid is a comedy film directed by Yoji Yamada, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Tora-san becomes friends with Toraya's newest tenant, a pachinko-playing electrician that goes by the nickname Watt. Tora attempts to match Watt with a young waitress.
Who’s in it. Tora-san Plays Cupid stars Kiyoshi Atsumi as Torajirō, Chieko Baisho as Sakura, Shiho Fujimura as Fujiko and Shinobu Otake as Sachiko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Tora-san Plays Cupid has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tora-san Plays Cupid page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tora-san Plays Cupid tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tora-san Plays Cupid (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tora-san Plays Cupid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tora-san Plays Cupid worth watching?
- Tora-san Plays Cupid holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tora-san Plays Cupid?
- Tora-san Plays Cupid stars Kiyoshi Atsumi, Chieko Baisho, Shiho Fujimura, Shinobu Otake and Masami Shimojō.
- When was Tora-san Plays Cupid released?
- Tora-san Plays Cupid was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.