The Bridge Club (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film
Released in 1996, The Bridge Club is a drama film directed by Naosuke Kurosawa, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Tatsuo was leading a peaceful suburban life with his wife and daughter. But an ex-girlfriend attends his bridge club. Then Haruo, an old friend, appears. He is being chased by loan sharks and needs shelter. Haruo overstays his welcome and family relations become strained.
Who’s in it. The Bridge Club stars Takeshi Kaga as Tatsuo Yamaki, Jun Fubuki as Akiko Yamaki, Bunjaku Han as Eiko Ebisawa and Toshiki Ayata, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bridge Club page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bridge Club tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bridge Club (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bridge Club change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Bridge Club?
- The Bridge Club stars Takeshi Kaga, Jun Fubuki, Bunjaku Han, Toshiki Ayata and Edo Yamaguchi.
- When was The Bridge Club released?
- The Bridge Club was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.