The Wild Sea (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film
Released in 1969, The Wild Sea is a drama film directed by Tokujirô Yamazaki, running about 130 minutes.
What it’s about. Yoji Kitami, a fisherman's son, is a student in Tokyo. His father had died at sea and Taichiro, his brother, is sending him to the university. But the outbreak of violence by radical students and blockade of classrooms make studying impossible and Yoji goes home. Fortunately, he meets Katsuyuki Shinoda, a childhood friend, who works on a whaling vessel. Yoji decides to join him and rediscover a meaning in life. But finding sidework on a whaler is not so easy and Ogaki, a veteran harpooner, curtly turns him down. But finally, deeply touched by Yoji's earnestness, Ogaki reluctantly agrees to take him with them. Rules are very strict, for even one slight slip-up may jeopardize the safety of the entire ship. For a long time, it seems like a living hell, but with patience and courage, he begins to learn the ropes. And the day they sight their first whale, Yoji comes into his own and finds the real meaning of life.
Who’s in it. The Wild Sea stars Tetsuya Watari as Yoji Kitami, Hideki Takahashi as Katsuyuki Shinoda, Masako Izumi as Mitsuko and Masakazu Tamura as Ken Shimamura, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wild Sea page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wild Sea tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wild Sea (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wild Sea change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Wild Sea?
- The Wild Sea stars Tetsuya Watari, Hideki Takahashi, Masako Izumi, Masakazu Tamura and Tomo'o Nagai.
- When was The Wild Sea released?
- The Wild Sea was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.