Hope and Pain (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 8.3
Released in 1988, Hope and Pain is a drama film directed by Yoji Yamada, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. The adventures and tribulations of a group of students during the years following the II World War.
Who’s in it. Hope and Pain stars Hiroko Yakushimaru, Hashinosuke Nakamura, Toshiro Yanagiba and Toshinori Omi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, Hope and Pain 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 Hope and Pain page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hope and Pain tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hope and Pain (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hope and Pain change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hope and Pain worth watching?
- Hope and Pain holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hope and Pain?
- Hope and Pain stars Hiroko Yakushimaru, Hashinosuke Nakamura, Toshiro Yanagiba, Toshinori Omi and Tetta Sugimoto.
- When was Hope and Pain released?
- Hope and Pain was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.