Villon's Wife (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2009, Villon's Wife is a drama and romance film directed by Kichitaro Negishi, running about 114 minutes.
What it’s about. This enticing period melodrama depicts a long-suffering woman's relationship with her brilliant but self-destructive writer husband in postwar Tokyo. Based on a semi-autobiographical 1947 novel by Osamu Dazai, the story centers less on the womanizing, heavy-drinking, suicidal hero than on the wife who loves him. Written by Palm Springs International Film Festival
Who’s in it. Villon's Wife stars Tadanobu Asano as Otani, Takako Matsu as Sachi, Shigeru Muroi as Miyo and Masatô Ibu as Kichizo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Villon's Wife 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 Villon's Wife page.
If you liked it. Fans of Villon's Wife tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Villon's Wife (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Villon's Wife change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Villon's Wife worth watching?
- Villon's Wife holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Villon's Wife?
- Villon's Wife stars Tadanobu Asano, Takako Matsu, Shigeru Muroi, Masatô Ibu and Satoshi Tsumabuki.
- When was Villon's Wife released?
- Villon's Wife was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.