The Wolves (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1971, The Wolves is a drama and crime film directed by Hideo Gosha, running about 131 minutes.
What it’s about. After going to prison for killing the boss of the Kanno gang, Seji Iwahashi (Tatsuya Nakadai) gets released early -- only to find that his former gang has merged with the Kannos. But with bitter resentments lingering on both sides, how long will it be before the bloodshed begins anew? Set in 1926 Japan, this serpentine crime thriller from director Hideo Gosha also stars Toshio Kurosawa and Isao Natsuyagi as Iwahashi's closest ally.
Who’s in it. The Wolves stars Tatsuya Nakadai as Seji Iwahashi, Noboru Andô as Gunjiro Ozeki, Kyōko Enami as Oyu and Komaki Kurihara as Niece, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Wolves 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 Wolves page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wolves tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wolves (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wolves change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wolves worth watching?
- The Wolves holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Wolves?
- The Wolves stars Tatsuya Nakadai, Noboru Andô, Kyōko Enami, Komaki Kurihara and Kunie Tanaka.
- When was The Wolves released?
- The Wolves was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 131 minutes.