The Hateful Beast (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1970, The Hateful Beast is a drama film directed by Kōji Wakamatsu, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. In the Edo era, two man arrive in a village and engage in criminal activity. While one of them becomes successful and rich, the other gets betrayed and ends up in prison, burning for revenge. The truth changes with the viewpoint in this Wakamatsu film, which has inspired comparisons to Rashomon.
Who’s in it. The Hateful Beast stars Noriko Tatsumi, Masayoshi Nogami, Hiroko Fuji and Maya Kurose, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The Hateful Beast has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hateful Beast page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hateful Beast tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hateful Beast (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hateful Beast change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Hateful Beast worth watching?
- The Hateful Beast holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Hateful Beast?
- The Hateful Beast stars Noriko Tatsumi, Masayoshi Nogami, Hiroko Fuji, Maya Kurose and Masami Arisawa.
- When was The Hateful Beast released?
- The Hateful Beast was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.