Tokyo March (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1929, Tokyo March is a drama and romance film directed by Kenji Mizoguchi, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. A classic melodramatic love tragedy addressing social inequality in feudal Japan, depicted in Kenji Mizoguchi's typical style. The nostalgic scenes of 1920s Tokyo provides a valuable visual experience set against the background of the title song, "Tokyo March." (Sadly, only 24 minutes of the film now survive.)
Who’s in it. Tokyo March stars Shizue Natsukawa, Takako Irie, Isamu Kosugi and Kōji Shima, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Tokyo March 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 Tokyo March page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tokyo March tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tokyo March (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tokyo March change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tokyo March worth watching?
- Tokyo March holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tokyo March?
- Tokyo March stars Shizue Natsukawa, Takako Irie, Isamu Kosugi, Kōji Shima and Eiji Takagi.
- When was Tokyo March released?
- Tokyo March was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.