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Heavenly Dragon (1960): cast, story & where to watch

1960 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1960, Heavenly Dragon is a notable film directed by Eiichi Kudō, running about 89 minutes.

What it’s about. From the opening theme song to the grand finale, you know that you have found something special as this exciting movie stars the great Misora Hibari in one of her most memorable performances as she plays Shintaro and Oharu, a brother and sister, the children of a lumber dealer who had been murdered by the evil boss Kumagoro who plots to take over Shintaro's family business with the help of a corrupt deputy who has fooled the family into believing that he is on their side.

Who’s in it. Heavenly Dragon stars Hibari Misora as Shintaro / Oharu, Tomisaburō Wakayama as Kanbei Yamashiro, Michiko Hoshi as Itchubushi Ocho and Isao Yamagata as Iidaya Kumagoro, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Heavenly Dragon 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 Heavenly Dragon page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Heavenly Dragon (1960)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Heavenly Dragon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Heavenly Dragon worth watching?
Heavenly Dragon holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Heavenly Dragon?
Heavenly Dragon stars Hibari Misora, Tomisaburō Wakayama, Michiko Hoshi, Isao Yamagata and Mitsuko Yoshikawa.
When was Heavenly Dragon released?
Heavenly Dragon was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.