The Man Who Waited (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film
Released in 1942, The Man Who Waited is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Masahiro Makino, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A bizarre murder at a hot springs resort threatens to disrupt an Edo detective's (Hasegawa) vacation. When his hot-blooded wife (Yamada) starts snooping around, however, he finds himself reluctantly drawn in to the case.
Who’s in it. The Man Who Waited stars Kazuo Hasegawa, Isuzu Yamada, Hideko Takamine and Kenichi Enomoto, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man Who Waited page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man Who Waited tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man Who Waited (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man Who Waited change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Man Who Waited?
- The Man Who Waited stars Kazuo Hasegawa, Isuzu Yamada, Hideko Takamine, Kenichi Enomoto and Kamatari Fujiwara.
- When was The Man Who Waited released?
- The Man Who Waited was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.