Love for an Idiot (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1967, Love for an Idiot is a comedy and drama film directed by Yasuzō Masumura, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. A middle-aged factory engineer trains, marries, and ultimately loses a teenage bride after she enslaves him to her whims.
Who’s in it. Love for an Idiot stars Michiyo Yasuda, Shoichi Ozawa, Isao Kuraishi and Masakazu Tamura, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Love for an Idiot 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 Love for an Idiot page.
If you liked it. Fans of Love for an Idiot tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Love for an Idiot (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Love for an Idiot change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Love for an Idiot worth watching?
- Love for an Idiot holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Love for an Idiot?
- Love for an Idiot stars Michiyo Yasuda, Shoichi Ozawa, Isao Kuraishi, Masakazu Tamura and Asao Uchida.
- When was Love for an Idiot released?
- Love for an Idiot was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.