Hoodlum Soldier (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1965, Hoodlum Soldier is an action, comedy and war film directed by Yasuzō Masumura, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. A young intellectual conscientious objector is forced to serve with the Japanese army in Manchuria. He joins with a dim-witted former gangster in an effort to desert by stealing a train.
Who’s in it. Hoodlum Soldier stars Shintarō Katsu as Kisaburo Omiya, Takahiro Tamura as Arita, Eiko Taki as Midori and Mikio Narita, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Hoodlum Soldier 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 Hoodlum Soldier page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hoodlum Soldier tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hoodlum Soldier (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hoodlum Soldier change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hoodlum Soldier worth watching?
- Hoodlum Soldier holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hoodlum Soldier?
- Hoodlum Soldier stars Shintarō Katsu, Takahiro Tamura, Eiko Taki, Mikio Narita and Tōru Abe.
- When was Hoodlum Soldier released?
- Hoodlum Soldier was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.