The Broken Commandment (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1962, The Broken Commandment is a drama film directed by Kon Ichikawa, running about 119 minutes.
What it’s about. Ushimatsu's father told him never to reveal his lower-caste heritage; years later, he now contemplates confiding in an activist fighting against such discrimination.
Who’s in it. The Broken Commandment stars Raizō Ichikawa as Ushimatsu Segawa, Rentaro Mikuni as Rentaro Inoko, Shiho Fujimura as Oshiho and Eiji Funakoshi as Keinoshin Kazama, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Broken Commandment 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 Broken Commandment page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Broken Commandment tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Broken Commandment (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Broken Commandment change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Broken Commandment worth watching?
- The Broken Commandment holds an audience score of 6.2 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 Broken Commandment?
- The Broken Commandment stars Raizō Ichikawa, Rentaro Mikuni, Shiho Fujimura, Eiji Funakoshi and Jun Hamamura.
- When was The Broken Commandment released?
- The Broken Commandment was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.