Bamboo Doll of Echizen (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1963, Bamboo Doll of Echizen is a drama film directed by Kōzaburō Yoshimura, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on a novel by Tsutomu Mizukami, this haunting melodrama focuses on a young bamboo worker who takes his father's prostitute as his wife.
Who’s in it. Bamboo Doll of Echizen stars Ayako Wakao as Tamae, Junichiro Yamashita as Kisuke, Tamao Nakamura as Omitsu and Ganjirô Nakamura I as Boatman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Bamboo Doll of Echizen 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 Bamboo Doll of Echizen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bamboo Doll of Echizen tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bamboo Doll of Echizen (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bamboo Doll of Echizen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bamboo Doll of Echizen worth watching?
- Bamboo Doll of Echizen holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Bamboo Doll of Echizen?
- Bamboo Doll of Echizen stars Ayako Wakao, Junichiro Yamashita, Tamao Nakamura, Ganjirô Nakamura I and Kō Nishimura.
- When was Bamboo Doll of Echizen released?
- Bamboo Doll of Echizen was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.