The Wild Daisy (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film
Released in 1981, The Wild Daisy is a romance film directed by Shinichiro Sawai, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Saito Masao reminisces on the days of his youth more than 50 years ago and his forbidden love of his older cousin Tamiko. When he was 15, Tamiko moved in to take care of his sickly mother. The two quickly fell in love with each other but were inevitably forced by their family to live separate lives.
Who’s in it. The Wild Daisy stars Seiko Matsuda as Tamiko, Masashi Kuwahara as Masao, Haruko Katō as Kiku Saito and Kirin Kiki as Omasu, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wild Daisy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wild Daisy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wild Daisy (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wild Daisy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Wild Daisy?
- The Wild Daisy stars Seiko Matsuda, Masashi Kuwahara, Haruko Katō, Kirin Kiki and Kazuko Shirakawa.
- When was The Wild Daisy released?
- The Wild Daisy was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.