Sex Family (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1971, Sex Family is a drama film directed by Kōji Wakamatsu, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. A critique of the ideal Japanese family, here seen as militaristic, absurdly incestuous and patriarchal. And only nihilistic destruction by the young ones seems to be the only way out.
Who’s in it. Sex Family stars Tamaki Katori, Miki Hayashi, Yôko Mutô and Junko Miyashita, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Sex Family has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sex Family page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sex Family tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sex Family (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sex Family change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sex Family worth watching?
- Sex Family holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sex Family?
- Sex Family stars Tamaki Katori, Miki Hayashi, Yôko Mutô, Junko Miyashita and Jōji Ichimura.
- When was Sex Family released?
- Sex Family was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.