An Actor's Revenge (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1959, An Actor's Revenge is a drama film directed by Masahiro Makino, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Nakamura Yukinojo gains popularity in Edo's kabuki scene as a handsome onnagata (a male actor who plays female roles). But hidden behind the placid expression of his stage face is a deep grudge for the men responsible for dishonoring his parents' names and leading them to suicide when he was still a child. When he discovers that the mastermind behind those crimes has come to see him act onstage, he begins in earnest to plot his revenge. With the help of a renowned Robin Hood-like thief named Yamitaro, he makes out his first target: the daughter of the man who orchestrated his parents' demise.
Who’s in it. An Actor's Revenge stars Hashizo Okawa, Chikage Awashima, Keiko Okawa and Tomisaburô Wakayama, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, An Actor's Revenge 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 An Actor's Revenge page.
If you liked it. Fans of An Actor's Revenge tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch An Actor's Revenge (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for An Actor's Revenge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is An Actor's Revenge worth watching?
- An Actor's Revenge holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in An Actor's Revenge?
- An Actor's Revenge stars Hashizo Okawa, Chikage Awashima, Keiko Okawa, Tomisaburô Wakayama and Eitarō Shindō.
- When was An Actor's Revenge released?
- An Actor's Revenge was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.