The Pirates of Buban (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1972, The Pirates of Buban is a tv movie and documentary film directed by Shōhei Imamura, running about 46 minutes.
What it’s about. By going to the Philippines, Imamura comes to meet people living in an extreme poverty. He discovers very quickly that some communities are under the control of cruel & armed pirates. Imamura will come to meet those men in order to understand their position.
Who’s in it. The Pirates of Buban stars Shōhei Imamura as Himself, Kō Nishimura, Shoichi Ozawa and Shigeru Tsuyuguchi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Pirates of Buban 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 The Pirates of Buban page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pirates of Buban tend to enjoy Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride, Steven Universe: The Movie and Twin Peaks.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pirates of Buban (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pirates of Buban change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Pirates of Buban worth watching?
- The Pirates of Buban holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy tv movie and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pirates of Buban?
- The Pirates of Buban stars Shōhei Imamura, Kō Nishimura, Shoichi Ozawa, Shigeru Tsuyuguchi and Kazuo Kitamura.
- When was The Pirates of Buban released?
- The Pirates of Buban was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 46 minutes.