Japanese War Bride (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1952, Japanese War Bride is a drama film directed by King Vidor, running about 91 minutes. “Why did he have to marry someone like you?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Korean war vet and his bride face subtle and sometimes extreme racism when they return to his home in rural California.
Who’s in it. Japanese War Bride stars Yoshiko Yamaguchi as Tae Shimizu, Don Taylor as Jim Sterling, Cameron Mitchell as Art Sterling and Marie Windsor as Fran Sterling, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Japanese War Bride has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Japanese War Bride page.
If you liked it. Fans of Japanese War Bride tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Japanese War Bride (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Japanese War Bride change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Japanese War Bride worth watching?
- Japanese War Bride holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Japanese War Bride?
- Japanese War Bride stars Yoshiko Yamaguchi, Don Taylor, Cameron Mitchell, Marie Windsor and James Bell.
- When was Japanese War Bride released?
- Japanese War Bride was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.