The Lion Dance (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1936, The Lion Dance is a music and documentary film directed by Yasujirō Ozu, running about 24 minutes.
What it’s about. The lion dance in traditional Japanese theatre.
Who’s in it. The Lion Dance stars Kikugorô Onoe as Yayoi / Shishi no sei, Kinjirou Onoe as Kochou, Shigeru Onoe as Kochou and Wafuu Matsunaga as Nagauta - Uta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Lion Dance 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 Lion Dance page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lion Dance tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lion Dance (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lion Dance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lion Dance worth watching?
- The Lion Dance holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lion Dance?
- The Lion Dance stars Kikugorô Onoe, Kinjirou Onoe, Shigeru Onoe, Wafuu Matsunaga and Shinzou Fujita.
- When was The Lion Dance released?
- The Lion Dance was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 24 minutes.