Utamaro's World (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1977, Utamaro's World is a drama film directed by Akio Jissôji, running about 140 minutes.
What it’s about. Utamaro was an artist who lived in Edo (which was later to become modern-day Tokyo) in the late 18th century. This film, which has a complex and wide-ranging storyline, recreates the world of that time, as it appeared in Utamaro's paintings.
Who’s in it. Utamaro's World stars Shin Kishida as Utamaro, Shingo Yamashiro, Mikio Narita as Juzaburo Tsutaya and Eiji Okada as Tanuma, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Utamaro's World 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 Utamaro's World page.
If you liked it. Fans of Utamaro's World tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Utamaro's World (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Utamaro's World change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Utamaro's World worth watching?
- Utamaro's World holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Utamaro's World?
- Utamaro's World stars Shin Kishida, Shingo Yamashiro, Mikio Narita, Eiji Okada and Ryôhei Uchida.
- When was Utamaro's World released?
- Utamaro's World was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 140 minutes.