Devoted Servant Naosuke (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film
Released in 1939, Devoted Servant Naosuke is a drama film directed by Saburo Kunikida, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. Naosuke, a servant of Okajima Yasoemon, devoted himself to his master. One day, his master Okajima Yasoemon, lost his face in front of people. It was a revenge by Oono, a karo (minister) who lost his chance to earn money by selling a fake antique to the lord. Okajima told the lord it was fake. Okajima endured Oono's humiliation. But, his servant Naosuke, could not. But what could he do? Oono is superior of his master. Naosuke would not hesitate to lay down his life for his master. But killing Oono would ruin his master. He wanted to clear his master's disgrace. What to do?
Who’s in it. Devoted Servant Naosuke stars Kensaku Hara as Naosuke, Kikutaro Onoe as Okajima Yasoemon, Shojiro Ichikawa as Asano Takuminokami and Michisaburō Segawa as Oono Kurobei, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Devoted Servant Naosuke page.
If you liked it. Fans of Devoted Servant Naosuke tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Devoted Servant Naosuke (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Devoted Servant Naosuke change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Devoted Servant Naosuke?
- Devoted Servant Naosuke stars Kensaku Hara, Kikutaro Onoe, Shojiro Ichikawa, Michisaburō Segawa and Takashi Shimura.
- When was Devoted Servant Naosuke released?
- Devoted Servant Naosuke was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.