The Lost Public Funds (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1958, The Lost Public Funds is a drama, crime and adventure film directed by Yasushi Sasaki, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Four thousand gold coins were stolen from the vault of Nijo Castle in Kyoto, which were collected as a tax to the shogun. The guard of Nijo castle Asaka Keinosuke, disguised as a komuso monk, proceeds to investigate the theft, traces of thieves lead to Edo, where Asaka goes.
Who’s in it. The Lost Public Funds stars Utaemon Ichikawa as Asaka Keinosuke, Hashizo Okawa as Miwa Takitaro, Denjirō Ōkōchi as Jinba Yajuro and Satomi Oka as Yukie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Lost Public Funds 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 The Lost Public Funds page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lost Public Funds tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lost Public Funds (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lost Public Funds change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lost Public Funds worth watching?
- The Lost Public Funds holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Lost Public Funds?
- The Lost Public Funds stars Utaemon Ichikawa, Hashizo Okawa, Denjirō Ōkōchi, Satomi Oka and Keiko Yukishiro.