A Pool Without Water (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1982, A Pool Without Water is a drama and crime film directed by Kōji Wakamatsu, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. The man has a monotonous job punching tickets for the Japanese railway. One night, while walking home, he saves Jun from getting raped by two hoodlums. A few days later, he sneaks into her house but gets discovered. Later, as he watches his son subdue an insect with a chemical, the man gets an idea to subdue women while they're sleeping so he won't be discovered sneaking into their home. His new hobby spirals out of control as his confidence grows.
Who’s in it. A Pool Without Water stars Yuya Uchida as Man, Mie as Jun, Reiko Nakamura as Nerika and Yumiko Fujita as Sumie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, A Pool Without Water has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Pool Without Water page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Pool Without Water tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Pool Without Water (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Pool Without Water change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Pool Without Water worth watching?
- A Pool Without Water holds an audience score of 5.4 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 A Pool Without Water?
- A Pool Without Water stars Yuya Uchida, Mie, Reiko Nakamura, Yumiko Fujita and Kenji Sawada.
- When was A Pool Without Water released?
- A Pool Without Water was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.