The Deserted City (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1984, The Deserted City is a drama film directed by Nobuhiko Obayashi, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. After noticing in the news there was a fire in an old canal town, Eguchi recalls visiting there a decade ago as a university student.
Who’s in it. The Deserted City stars Satomi Kobayashi as Yasuko, Kisuke Yamashita as Eguchi, Toshie Negishi as Ikuyo and Wakaba Irie as Hide, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Deserted City 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 The Deserted City page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Deserted City tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Deserted City (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Deserted City change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Deserted City worth watching?
- The Deserted City holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Deserted City?
- The Deserted City stars Satomi Kobayashi, Kisuke Yamashita, Toshie Negishi, Wakaba Irie and Tōru Minegishi.
- When was The Deserted City released?
- The Deserted City was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.