The Slave Wife (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1976, The Slave Wife is a thriller film directed by Akira Kato, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. When a stuck-up and privileged lady of a wealthy family is left to fend for herself, her butler decides to teach her some overdue humility through BDSM. His spiral of debauchery is soon overtaken by madness, and his sex games threaten to harm more than just her social standing and pride.
Who’s in it. The Slave Wife stars Naomi Tani as Reiko Shikauchi, Akira Takahashi as Gohei Yamamoto, Ikunosuke Koizumi as Riichirô Kanô and Yû Mizushiro as Ruriko Shikauchi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Slave Wife 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 The Slave Wife page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Slave Wife tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Slave Wife (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Slave Wife change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Slave Wife worth watching?
- The Slave Wife holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Slave Wife?
- The Slave Wife stars Naomi Tani, Akira Takahashi, Ikunosuke Koizumi, Yû Mizushiro and Akira Hanagami.
- When was The Slave Wife released?
- The Slave Wife was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.