The Last Game (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film
Released in 1979, The Last Game is a drama and war film directed by Kihachi Okamoto, running about 124 minutes.
What it’s about. After the war-time government orders the disbanding of the Big-Six baseball league, the teams of Waseda and Keio universities play one final game before they are drafted into the armed forces and face the hardships of military service.
Who’s in it. The Last Game stars Toshiyuki Nagashima, Hiroshi Katsuno, Hirotaro Honda and Keiko Takeshita, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Last Game page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Last Game tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last Game (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Last Game change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Last Game?
- The Last Game stars Toshiyuki Nagashima, Hiroshi Katsuno, Hirotaro Honda, Keiko Takeshita and Naoko Ohtani.
- When was The Last Game released?
- The Last Game was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.