Sex Play (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1969, Sex Play is a drama film directed by Masao Adachi, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. A masterpiece of militant cinema of 1968, filmed on the actual barricades of Adachi's very own Nihon University during the period of social struggles. The film begins in a lengthy free-love session taking the form of a 'play' rape being enacted by a group of aimless, listless and political apathetic students. The subtext intended by Adachi informs the rest of the film – that there is a world of difference between direct action politics, and merely talking the talk.
Who’s in it. Sex Play stars Kazuo Komizu as Gaira, Michio Akiyama, Yukiko Manabe as Piko and Hatsuo Yamaya as Koji, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Sex Play has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sex Play page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sex Play tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sex Play (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sex Play change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sex Play worth watching?
- Sex Play holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sex Play?
- Sex Play stars Kazuo Komizu, Michio Akiyama, Yukiko Manabe, Hatsuo Yamaya and Ken Yoshizawa.
- When was Sex Play released?
- Sex Play was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.