Thousand Cranes (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film
Released in 1989, Thousand Cranes is a drama and history film directed by Seijiro Koyama, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. April 1954. 12 year old schoolgirl Sadako thinks her main problem is being unable to pass the baton in relay races. But just as her team starts winning, she starts getting tired more easily. She is sent back to the American Base Victory Hospital, where the diagnosis is lymphatic leukemia. And she has no more than a year left to live. Her parents agree with the doctor that Sadako should not be told, but will she find out anyway ?
Who’s in it. Thousand Cranes stars Tamami Hirose, Gin Maeda, Chieko Baisho and Mako Ishino, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thousand Cranes page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thousand Cranes tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thousand Cranes (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thousand Cranes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Thousand Cranes?
- Thousand Cranes stars Tamami Hirose, Gin Maeda, Chieko Baisho, Mako Ishino and Mamiko Tayama.
- When was Thousand Cranes released?
- Thousand Cranes was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.