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Wet Weekend (1979): cast, story & where to watch

1979 · Film · ★ 2

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Released in 1979, Wet Weekend is a notable film directed by Kichitaro Negishi, running about 71 minutes.

What it’s about. Miyashita plays an office clerk who is having an affair with her married boss. Since he refuses to leave his wife, Miyashita and another couple plan to kidnap his daughter to collect a ransom.

Who’s in it. Wet Weekend stars Junko Miyashita as Shimako Maruyama, Aoi Nakajima as Noriko Goto, Junichiro Yamashita as Junichiro Goto and Ako as Tokiko Kazama, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Wet Weekend has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wet Weekend page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Wet Weekend (1979)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wet Weekend change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Wet Weekend worth watching?
Wet Weekend holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Wet Weekend?
Wet Weekend stars Junko Miyashita, Aoi Nakajima, Junichiro Yamashita, Ako and Sari Hamamura.
When was Wet Weekend released?
Wet Weekend was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.