The Sentimental Idiot (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film
Released in 1956, The Sentimental Idiot is a drama film directed by Hiroshi Shimizu, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. A young man steals money for a cabaret singer.
Who’s in it. The Sentimental Idiot stars Keiko Fujita as Yoshie, Eiji Funakoshi as Tadao, Jun Osanai as Okaya and Shiko Saito as Misumi, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sentimental Idiot page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sentimental Idiot tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sentimental Idiot (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sentimental Idiot change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Sentimental Idiot?
- The Sentimental Idiot stars Keiko Fujita, Eiji Funakoshi, Jun Osanai, Shiko Saito and Kenji Sugawara.
- When was The Sentimental Idiot released?
- The Sentimental Idiot was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.