Summer Soldiers (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1972, Summer Soldiers is a drama and war film directed by Hiroshi Teshigahara, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. The plight of U.S. Army deserters from Vietnam on the run in Japan, centering on the culture clash between the troubled Americans and the Japanese who try to help him.
Who’s in it. Summer Soldiers stars Keith Sykes as Jim, Reisen Ri as Relko, Kazuo Kitamura as Tachikawa and Toshiko Kobayashi as Mrs. Tachikawa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Summer Soldiers 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 Summer Soldiers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Summer Soldiers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Summer Soldiers (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Summer Soldiers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Summer Soldiers worth watching?
- Summer Soldiers holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Summer Soldiers?
- Summer Soldiers stars Keith Sykes, Reisen Ri, Kazuo Kitamura, Toshiko Kobayashi and Shoichi Ozawa.
- When was Summer Soldiers released?
- Summer Soldiers was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.