The Heartbreak Yakuza (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1987, The Heartbreak Yakuza is an action, drama, crime and romance film directed by Masato Harada, running about 102 minutes. “A modern fable depicted to an early American melody.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A hardened gangster encounters by chance a woman he hasn't seen since childhood. They are both engulfed in the underground world of intergang warfare.
Who’s in it. The Heartbreak Yakuza stars Kazuya Kimura, Daisuke Shima, Koichi Sato and Daisuke Shima, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Heartbreak Yakuza has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Heartbreak Yakuza page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Heartbreak Yakuza tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Heartbreak Yakuza (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Heartbreak Yakuza change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Heartbreak Yakuza worth watching?
- The Heartbreak Yakuza holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, crime and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Heartbreak Yakuza?
- The Heartbreak Yakuza stars Kazuya Kimura, Daisuke Shima, Koichi Sato, Daisuke Shima and Rikiya Yasuoka.
- When was The Heartbreak Yakuza released?
- The Heartbreak Yakuza was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.