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The Hell-Fated Courtesan (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1973, The Hell-Fated Courtesan is a drama film directed by Noboru Tanaka, running about 77 minutes.

What it’s about. The story of a courtesan that was once popular in Yoshiwara. She is good-looking, but for some reason, three of her customers died unnaturally, one after another. As a result, she is feared by potential customers, and no one cares for her...

Who’s in it. The Hell-Fated Courtesan stars Rie Nakagawa as Osen, Yuri Yamashina as Ocho, Hijiri Abe as Oyone and Chizuyu Azami as Oyoshi, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Hell-Fated Courtesan 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 Hell-Fated Courtesan page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Hell-Fated Courtesan tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Hell-Fated Courtesan (1973)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hell-Fated Courtesan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Hell-Fated Courtesan worth watching?
The Hell-Fated Courtesan holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Hell-Fated Courtesan?
The Hell-Fated Courtesan stars Rie Nakagawa, Yuri Yamashina, Hijiri Abe, Chizuyu Azami and Moeko Ezawa.
When was The Hell-Fated Courtesan released?
The Hell-Fated Courtesan was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.