A Man Explodes (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film
Released in 1959, A Man Explodes is an action, drama and crime film directed by Toshio Masuda, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Kensaku Muro and his father manage a farm in Sakudaira at the foot of the Yatsugatake Mountains. One day Kensuke saves a suicidal woman, Fukiko Uzu, who jumps into a waterfall. Having injured his eyes in the process, he is brought to Tokyo for medical treatment. In Tokyo, Kensaku visits his mother Kaneko who left her son years ago. She now owns an exclusive club and has a son, Isao, with the president of Kobe Concern. Isao plots to steal Kensuke's farm as part of a land development scheme with Fukiko's husband. Without knowing they are blood related, their conflict over the farm intensifies.
Who’s in it. A Man Explodes stars Yūjirō Ishihara, Mie Kitahara, Ruriko Asaoka and Hideaki Nitani, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Man Explodes page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Man Explodes tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Man Explodes (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Man Explodes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in A Man Explodes?
- A Man Explodes stars Yūjirō Ishihara, Mie Kitahara, Ruriko Asaoka, Hideaki Nitani and Mari Shiraki.
- When was A Man Explodes released?
- A Man Explodes was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.