Love Letter (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1981, Love Letter is a drama and romance film directed by Yōichi Higashi, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Yuko is in love with an old poet who happens to be also a married man. She waits patiently for him and only him, yet she is constantly being lust by others.
Who’s in it. Love Letter stars Keiko Takahashi as Yuko Kano(加納有子), Mariko Kaga as Tayo, Katsuo Nakamura as Toshiharu Oda(小田都志春) and Noboru Nakaya as Murai, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Love Letter has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Love Letter page.
If you liked it. Fans of Love Letter tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Love Letter (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Love Letter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Love Letter worth watching?
- Love Letter holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Love Letter?
- Love Letter stars Keiko Takahashi, Mariko Kaga, Katsuo Nakamura, Noboru Nakaya and Ken Nishida.
- When was Love Letter released?
- Love Letter was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.