The Man Who Laughs Last (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film
Released in 1949, The Man Who Laughs Last is a notable film directed by Kimiyoshi Yasuda, running about 76 minutes.
What it’s about. The East Asian Acrobatic circus enjoys popularity after welcoming the Asuka brothers, two prestigious trapeze acrobats. One day, one of the brothers gets injured and a substitute needs to be found. Rumors start to float around concerning the circus clown and his grandiose acrobat career which ended tragically. Will he be able to reconcile with his tumultuous past and get the show running?
Who’s in it. The Man Who Laughs Last stars Saburo Date, Sumiko Hidaka, Daisuke Katō and Machiko Kyō, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man Who Laughs Last page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man Who Laughs Last (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man Who Laughs Last change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Man Who Laughs Last?
- The Man Who Laughs Last stars Saburo Date, Sumiko Hidaka, Daisuke Katō, Machiko Kyō and Hiroshi Nihon'yanagi.
- When was The Man Who Laughs Last released?
- The Man Who Laughs Last was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.