Sound in the Mist (1956): cast, story & where to watch

1956 · Film

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Released in 1956, Sound in the Mist is a drama and romance film directed by Hiroshi Shimizu, running about 84 minutes.

What it’s about. In the heart of the Japanese Alps, in Kamikochi, Nagano Prefecture, botany professor Kazuhiko Onuma spends time with Tsuruko, his lover. One night, Kazuhiko's wife Kazuyo comes to see them and confronts the professor about his extramarital affair, and Tsuruko, an inevitable witness to the confrontation, leaves the professor the following morning. Over the next decade, whenever he visits the mountain cabin every autumn equinox, the memory of Tsuruko will forever haunt Kazuhiko...

Who’s in it. Sound in the Mist stars Ken Uehara as Kazuhiko Onuma, Michiyo Kogure as Tsuruko, Keizō Kawasaki as Masao Yagi and Keiko Fujita as Yuko, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sound in the Mist page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sound in the Mist tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sound in the Mist (1956)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sound in the Mist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Sound in the Mist?
Sound in the Mist stars Ken Uehara, Michiyo Kogure, Keizō Kawasaki, Keiko Fujita and Takeshi Sakamoto.
When was Sound in the Mist released?
Sound in the Mist was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.