Hiroshima Heartache (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1962, Hiroshima Heartache is a drama and romance film directed by Kōzaburō Yoshimura, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Seventeen years after the atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima, a newspaper reporter looks for the bomb's effects, but everyone seems to have forgotten. He meets a woman who was there when it happened but when they fall in love she isn't able to move on.
Who’s in it. Hiroshima Heartache stars Ayako Wakao, Jiro Tamiya, Keizô Kawasaki and Kyōko Enami, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Hiroshima Heartache 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 Hiroshima Heartache page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hiroshima Heartache tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hiroshima Heartache (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hiroshima Heartache change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hiroshima Heartache worth watching?
- Hiroshima Heartache holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hiroshima Heartache?
- Hiroshima Heartache stars Ayako Wakao, Jiro Tamiya, Keizô Kawasaki, Kyōko Enami and Yuko Miki.
- When was Hiroshima Heartache released?
- Hiroshima Heartache was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.