Kanto Wanderer (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1963, Kanto Wanderer is a drama and crime film directed by Seijun Suzuki, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Handsome young Katsuta tries to follow the yakuza code, but even his boss doesn't believe in it. Diamond Fuyu is less ethical, and allows the idiotic Tetsu to trick a schoolgirl he fancies, Hanako, into a type of bonded prostitution. Because of gang conflict, the Izu family (to whom Katsuta belongs) has their last gambling den taken over, and he seeks revenge. This brings him back into contact with a former lover who is also a card trickster - she is also Diamond Fuyu's sister, and is now married to Okaru-Hachi, who has mastered a clever card cheating trick called Okaru, which involves the deft use of mirrors.
Who’s in it. Kanto Wanderer stars Akira Kobayashi as Katsuta, Chieko Matsubara as Tokiko, Daizaburo Hirata as Diamond no Fuyu and Hiroko Itō as Tatsuko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Kanto Wanderer 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 Kanto Wanderer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kanto Wanderer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kanto Wanderer (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kanto Wanderer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Kanto Wanderer worth watching?
- Kanto Wanderer holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Kanto Wanderer?
- Kanto Wanderer stars Akira Kobayashi, Chieko Matsubara, Daizaburo Hirata, Hiroko Itō and Sanae Nakahara.
- When was Kanto Wanderer released?
- Kanto Wanderer was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.