The Blue Danube (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2021, The Blue Danube is a drama film directed by Akira Ikeda, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. The soldiers no longer know why they are at war, and when it even started. Daily and dutifully they march to the river and shoot at the opposite village from 9 to 5 – orders are orders after all. They’ve done so for decades. When private Tsuyuki is transferred to the marching band, people keep asking him what use music is in times of war.
Who’s in it. The Blue Danube stars Kou Maehara, Hiroki Konno, Hiroki Nakajima and Naoya Shimizu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Blue Danube has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Blue Danube page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Blue Danube tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Blue Danube (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Blue Danube change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Blue Danube worth watching?
- The Blue Danube holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Blue Danube?
- The Blue Danube stars Kou Maehara, Hiroki Konno, Hiroki Nakajima, Naoya Shimizu and Manami Hashimoto.
- When was The Blue Danube released?
- The Blue Danube was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.