The Geisha (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 8.3
Released in 1983, The Geisha is a drama, war and romance film directed by Hideo Gosha, running about 144 minutes.
What it’s about. Yokiro was the most successful Geisha house in Western Japan during the first half of the 20th century and remains open to this day. At its peak, it was home to over 200 geisha, however behind the fabulous facade, there were many battles - between family members, men and women, and with the Yakuza. Momokawa was sold to Yokiro at age 12, and despite being the top geisha, her many complicated relationships provide unending challenges throughout her glamorous but turbulent life.
Who’s in it. The Geisha stars Ken Ogata as Katsuzo, Kimiko Ikegami as Momowaka, Mitsuko Baisho as Osodé and Atsuko Asano as Tamako, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, The Geisha sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Geisha page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Geisha tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Geisha (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Geisha change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Geisha worth watching?
- The Geisha holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Geisha?
- The Geisha stars Ken Ogata, Kimiko Ikegami, Mitsuko Baisho, Atsuko Asano and Akiko Kana.
- When was The Geisha released?
- The Geisha was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 144 minutes.