Honno-Ji in Flames (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1960, Honno-Ji in Flames is a drama film directed by Tatsuo Ôsone, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. The plot is based on the novel "Akechi Samanosuke no Koi," the final work in a trilogy by Hiroshi Kato about the forced suicide of Oda Nobunaga at the temple Honnoji. Historically, the general Akechi Mitsuhide is credited with causing Nobunaga's downfall. Kato's novel focuses on Mitsuhide's nephew Samanosuke, who fought alongside his uncle during the assault on Honnoji.
Who’s in it. Honno-Ji in Flames stars Matsumoto Hakuō I as Akechi Mitsuhide, Takahiro Tamura as Oda Nobunaga, Michiko Saga as Ono and Miki Mori as Akechi Samanosuke, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Honno-Ji in Flames has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Honno-Ji in Flames page.
If you liked it. Fans of Honno-Ji in Flames tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Honno-Ji in Flames (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Honno-Ji in Flames change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Honno-Ji in Flames worth watching?
- Honno-Ji in Flames holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Honno-Ji in Flames?
- Honno-Ji in Flames stars Matsumoto Hakuō I, Takahiro Tamura, Michiko Saga, Miki Mori and Kanjūrō Arashi.
- When was Honno-Ji in Flames released?
- Honno-Ji in Flames was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.