The Izu Dancer (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 8.5
Released in 1974, The Izu Dancer is a drama film directed by Katsumi Nishikawa, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. While vacationing in the Izu peninsula, a high school student Kawashima becomes intrigued by Kaoru, a pretty young dancer in a troupe of travelling performers, and he tags along with them on their journeys.
Who’s in it. The Izu Dancer stars Momoe Yamaguchi as Kahoru, Tomokazu Miura as Kawashima, Jin Nakayama as Eikichi and Tomomi Satô as Chiyoko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, The Izu Dancer sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Izu Dancer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Izu Dancer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Izu Dancer (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Izu Dancer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Izu Dancer worth watching?
- The Izu Dancer holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Izu Dancer?
- The Izu Dancer stars Momoe Yamaguchi, Tomokazu Miura, Jin Nakayama, Tomomi Satô and Atsuko Ichinomiya.
- When was The Izu Dancer released?
- The Izu Dancer was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.