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The New Road: Akemi (1936): cast, story & where to watch

1936 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1936, The New Road: Akemi is a drama film directed by Heinosuke Gosho, running about 64 minutes.

What it’s about. The eldest daughter of a noble family is in love with an aviator while being courted by a fellow aristocrat she thinks is a dullard. This part is told from the perspective of Akemi.

Who’s in it. The New Road: Akemi stars Kinuyo Tanaka, Hiroko Kawasaki, Shūji Sano and Ken Uehara, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The New Road: Akemi has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The New Road: Akemi page.

If you liked it. Fans of The New Road: Akemi tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The New Road: Akemi (1936)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The New Road: Akemi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The New Road: Akemi worth watching?
The New Road: Akemi holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The New Road: Akemi?
The New Road: Akemi stars Kinuyo Tanaka, Hiroko Kawasaki, Shūji Sano, Ken Uehara and Shin Saburi.
When was The New Road: Akemi released?
The New Road: Akemi was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.