The Catch (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1961, The Catch is a drama and war film directed by Nagisa Ōshima, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Towards the end of the Second World War, a downed U.S. pilot is captured and imprisoned by rural Japanese villagers, who await official instructions as to how to proceed with their “catch.”
Who’s in it. The Catch stars Rentaro Mikuni as Kazumasa Takano, Akiko Koyama as Hiroko Ishii, Yōko Mihara as Sachiko Tsukada and Masako Nakamura as Hisako, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Catch 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 The Catch page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Catch tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Catch (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Catch change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Catch worth watching?
- The Catch holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Catch?
- The Catch stars Rentaro Mikuni, Akiko Koyama, Yōko Mihara, Masako Nakamura and Teruko Kishi.
- When was The Catch released?
- The Catch was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.