Scoundrel (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film
Released in 1968, Scoundrel is a drama and crime film directed by Kōsaku Yamashita, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. Shimamura is a violent street thug who joins the yakuza & is merciless & unscrupulous on his rise, lacking any sense of either duty or chivalry. When imprisoned, he is repeatedly transferred from one prison to another, because no one can handle him.
Who’s in it. Scoundrel stars Tomisaburō Wakayama as Shimamura Seikichi, Minoru Ōki, Kyōsuke Machida and Koji Tsuruta, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Scoundrel page.
If you liked it. Fans of Scoundrel tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Scoundrel (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Scoundrel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Scoundrel?
- Scoundrel stars Tomisaburō Wakayama, Minoru Ōki, Kyōsuke Machida, Koji Tsuruta and Nijiko Kiyokawa.
- When was Scoundrel released?
- Scoundrel was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.