Nagasaki Butterfly (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1972, Nagasaki Butterfly is a drama film directed by Chūsei Sone, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. Oman travel from Shanghai to Japan in search of her mother, only to be betrayed by her companion and sold to a brothel, where she becomes a geisha and gambler.
Who’s in it. Nagasaki Butterfly stars Sally Mae as Oman(屋村お万), Miki Hayashi as Oaki(お秋), Yuri Yamashina as Okiku(お菊) and Atsushi Yamatoya as Masakichi(政吉), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Nagasaki Butterfly has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nagasaki Butterfly page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nagasaki Butterfly tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nagasaki Butterfly (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nagasaki Butterfly change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nagasaki Butterfly worth watching?
- Nagasaki Butterfly holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nagasaki Butterfly?
- Nagasaki Butterfly stars Sally Mae, Miki Hayashi, Yuri Yamashina, Atsushi Yamatoya and Hiroshi Chō.
- When was Nagasaki Butterfly released?
- Nagasaki Butterfly was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.