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Love Letter (1985): cast, story & where to watch

1985 · Film · ★ 7.9

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Released in 1985, Love Letter is a drama film directed by Tatsumi Kumashiro, running about 108 minutes.

What it’s about. A drama depicting the conflict between a man that ran to an old lover suffering from advanced leukemia, his wife and child that were left behind, and the friendship that develops between his wife and his former lover.

Who’s in it. Love Letter stars Kenichi Hagiwara as Shoichi Takehara, Mitsuko Baisho as Kyoko Takehara, Keiko Takahashi as Etsuko Tajima and Kaoru Kobayashi as Tetsushi Kamiya, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.9/10, Love Letter 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 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 (1985)?
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 7.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Love Letter?
Love Letter stars Kenichi Hagiwara, Mitsuko Baisho, Keiko Takahashi, Kaoru Kobayashi and Isao Hashizume.
When was Love Letter released?
Love Letter was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.