The Bite (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1966, The Bite is a notable film directed by Kan Mukai.
What it’s about. Koichi is a gigolo who is paid by a madame to seduce and have sex with various women while she and her clients secretly watch. He doesn't like what he's doing, but he needs the money to take care of his seriously ill mother. One day he's given the assignment to seduce a pretty waitress and they wind up falling in love. Koichi tells his madame that is going to quit, but she has other plans for him.
Who’s in it. The Bite stars Sanae Mitsuoka as Shizue Fujikawa.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, The Bite has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bite page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bite (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bite change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bite worth watching?
- The Bite holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bite?
- The Bite stars Sanae Mitsuoka.
- When was The Bite released?
- The Bite was released in 1966.