Points and Lines (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1958, Points and Lines is a crime film directed by Tsuneo Kobayashi, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on Matsumoto Seicho's classic mystery novel of the same name, the story centers around a group of detectives who are determined to find the truth behind an apparent double suicide.
Who’s in it. Points and Lines stars Hiroshi Minami as Kiichi Mihara, Isao Yamagata as Tatsuo Yasuda, Mieko Takamine as Ryoko and Yoshi Katō as Jutaro Toriumi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Points and Lines has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Points and Lines page.
If you liked it. Fans of Points and Lines tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Points and Lines (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Points and Lines change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Points and Lines worth watching?
- Points and Lines holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Points and Lines?
- Points and Lines stars Hiroshi Minami, Isao Yamagata, Mieko Takamine, Yoshi Katō and Takashi Shimura.
- When was Points and Lines released?
- Points and Lines was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.