The King of Rowing (1927): cast, story & where to watch
1927 · Film
Released in 1927, The King of Rowing is a drama, romance and documentary film directed by Tomu Uchida, running about 30 minutes.
What it’s about. A pre-war sports movie by director Tomu Uchida. This story is set at the Waseda-Keio regatta. This was shot at the banks of the Sumida River, where the regatta is still held today. The main stroke role of Mochizuki was played by young star Tsunemi Hirose. Mochizuki, who enrolled in A University that lost the previous year gains the trust of the President's niece Mitsuko (Shizue Natsukawa) but a spy from the other side uses this relationship to create a scandal. The regatta approaches, with Mochizuki not able to participate... The supporters and atmosphere of student sports at the time are well presented.
Who’s in it. The King of Rowing stars Tsunemi Hirose, Shizue Natsukawa, Shōzō Nanbu and Yutaka Mimasu, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The King of Rowing page.
If you liked it. Fans of The King of Rowing tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The King of Rowing (1927)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The King of Rowing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The King of Rowing?
- The King of Rowing stars Tsunemi Hirose, Shizue Natsukawa, Shōzō Nanbu, Yutaka Mimasu and Ichirō Sugai.
- When was The King of Rowing released?
- The King of Rowing was released in 1927, with a runtime of about 30 minutes.