The Lowest Man (1958): cast, story & where to watch

1958 · Film

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Released in 1958, The Lowest Man is an action, drama and crime film directed by Yasuzō Masumura, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. A young offender who is already guilty of many crimes is sentenced again for rape. Upon his release from prison, a year later, the victim waits to kill him.

Who’s in it. The Lowest Man stars Hiroshi Kawaguchi as Saburô Tateno, Hitomi Nozoe as Hideko Yamabe, Kyōko Kishida as Sakie and Tomo'o Nagai as Kunihiro, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lowest Man page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Lowest Man tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Lowest Man (1958)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lowest Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Lowest Man?
The Lowest Man stars Hiroshi Kawaguchi, Hitomi Nozoe, Kyōko Kishida, Tomo'o Nagai and Hiroko Yajima.
When was The Lowest Man released?
The Lowest Man was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.