The Boy Who Came Back (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 8.5
Released in 1958, The Boy Who Came Back is a drama film directed by Seijun Suzuki, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Nobuo is a hot-headed hoodlum fresh out of reform school who struggles to make a clean break with his tearaway past.
Who’s in it. The Boy Who Came Back stars Sachiko Hidari as Кэйко Мидорикава, Akira Kobayashi as Нобуо Касахара, Ruriko Asaoka as Кадзуэ Сугита and Hideaki Nitani as Эйдзиро Ямада, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, The Boy Who Came Back 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 Boy Who Came Back page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Boy Who Came Back tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Boy Who Came Back (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Boy Who Came Back change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Boy Who Came Back worth watching?
- The Boy Who Came Back holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Boy Who Came Back?
- The Boy Who Came Back stars Sachiko Hidari, Akira Kobayashi, Ruriko Asaoka, Hideaki Nitani and Joe Shishido.
- When was The Boy Who Came Back released?
- The Boy Who Came Back was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.