Ringing Bell (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1978, Ringing Bell is a drama, family and animation film directed by Masami Hata, running about 46 minutes.
What it’s about. Chirin is an innocent though adventurous young lamb whose carefree life on the farm comes to an abrupt end when a wolf murders his mother. Confused and angry, Chirin pursues the wolf into the mountains, seeking revenge. The laws of nature are brutal, however, and hatred alone won't be enough to avenge the loss of his mother. Only the strong survive in the wild, and obtaining that strength may change Chirin forever.
Who’s in it. Ringing Bell stars Akira Kamiya as Chirin (voice), Minori Matsushima as Baby Chirin (voice), Seizō Katō as Wolf (voice) and Hitoshi Takagi as Narrator (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Ringing Bell has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ringing Bell page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ringing Bell tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ringing Bell (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ringing Bell change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ringing Bell worth watching?
- Ringing Bell holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ringing Bell?
- Ringing Bell stars Akira Kamiya, Minori Matsushima, Seizō Katō, Hitoshi Takagi and Taeko Nakanishi.
- When was Ringing Bell released?
- Ringing Bell was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 46 minutes.