The Shy Deceiver (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1968, The Shy Deceiver is a comedy film directed by Yoji Yamada, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A young thug wanna-be yakuza falls in love with a country girl.
Who’s in it. The Shy Deceiver stars Osami Nabe as Saburo, Mako Midori as Hanako, Ichirō Arishima as Teacher and Kogan Ashiya, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Shy Deceiver 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 Shy Deceiver page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shy Deceiver tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shy Deceiver (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shy Deceiver change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Shy Deceiver worth watching?
- The Shy Deceiver holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Shy Deceiver?
- The Shy Deceiver stars Osami Nabe, Mako Midori, Ichirō Arishima, Kogan Ashiya and Hiroshi Inuzuka.
- When was The Shy Deceiver released?
- The Shy Deceiver was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.