The Navy (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film
Released in 1963, The Navy is a drama and war film directed by Shinji Murayama, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A tale of two best friends in the WWII era Japan. Takao is a young man enthusiastic about joining the navy to fight for his country. He convinces his best friend Shinji to join him. As it turns out, however, Takao's poor health prevents him from entering the navy while his friend is chosen instead. As time goes by, Takao becomes a painter and changes his mind about the meaningfulness of war and fighting, while his friend goes the opposite path. Meanwhile Takao's sister falls in love with Shinji.
Who’s in it. The Navy stars Kinya Kitaoji as Shinji, Sonny Chiba as Takao, Michiko Araki and Fusatarō Ishijima, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Navy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Navy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Navy (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Navy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Navy?
- The Navy stars Kinya Kitaoji, Sonny Chiba, Michiko Araki, Fusatarō Ishijima and Yoshi Katō.
- When was The Navy released?
- The Navy was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.