The Great Chase (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1975, The Great Chase is an action film directed by Norifumi Suzuki, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Shihomi Etsuko plays a race car driver who also lends out her services to the Japanese Secret Service. Although there really isn't much of a "chase" to be seen, Shihomi does pursue a cartel of drug runners and assorted Japanese yakuza types. While the story is pure 70's exploitation and gritty crime drama, the best reason to see it is for the Martial Arts Action of Etsuko Shihomi. The action is over-the-top and at times hilarious (i.e. Shihomi battling the lead criminal atop a moving gondola or Shihomi battling a whip-wielding Catholic Nun).
Who’s in it. The Great Chase stars Etsuko Shihomi as Shinobu Yashiro, Eiji Gō as Isao Shirosaki, Rikiya Yasuoka as Shudou and Bin Amatsu as Takeo Inomata, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Great Chase 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 Great Chase page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Chase tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Chase (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Chase change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great Chase worth watching?
- The Great Chase holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Great Chase?
- The Great Chase stars Etsuko Shihomi, Eiji Gō, Rikiya Yasuoka, Bin Amatsu and Hisako Tanaka.
- When was The Great Chase released?
- The Great Chase was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.