Escape from Japan (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1964, Escape from Japan is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Yoshishige Yoshida, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. As Japan is preparing to host the Olympics, a gang member wanting to go to America is sought after by the police after helping his friend conduct a robbery.
Who’s in it. Escape from Japan stars Yasushi Suzuki as Tatsuo, Kyōsuke Machida as Takashi Asakawa, Ryôhei Uchida as Isamu Goda and Sumiko Sakamoto as Mitsuko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Escape from Japan has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Escape from Japan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Escape from Japan tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Escape from Japan (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Escape from Japan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Escape from Japan worth watching?
- Escape from Japan holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Escape from Japan?
- Escape from Japan stars Yasushi Suzuki, Kyōsuke Machida, Ryôhei Uchida, Sumiko Sakamoto and Etsuko Ichihara.
- When was Escape from Japan released?
- Escape from Japan was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.