The Sand Boat (1980): cast, story & where to watch

1980 · Film

The Sand Boat poster

Released in 1980, The Sand Boat is a fantasy, horror and romance film directed by Tetsuro Tamba, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. A Young couple find a boad buried under a beach,and are taken to another world where they must face a Deadly cult who want to sacrifice them.

Who’s in it. The Sand Boat stars Tetsuro Tamba, Rin Tsunami as Chiharu / Princess Aya, Akihiko Hayashida as Katsumi / Kiyowakamaru and Nami Munakata, among others.

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

If you liked it. Fans of The Sand Boat tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Sand Boat (1980)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sand Boat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Sand Boat?
The Sand Boat stars Tetsuro Tamba, Rin Tsunami, Akihiko Hayashida, Nami Munakata and Mishima Shintarou.
When was The Sand Boat released?
The Sand Boat was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.