Ryoma Forever (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Series · ★ 6
Released in 1997, Ryoma Forever is a drama series.
What it’s about. Ryoma ga Yuku is a five-hour epic which chronicles the life of Sakamoto Ryoma, a pre-revolutionary who helped shape the face of modern Japan. In order to study swordsmanship, Ryoma heads for Edo where he meets many people who influence his thinking. He becomes close friends with men like Katsu Kaishu and Saigo Takamori and later establishes a naval training school in Kobe. Ryoma's controversial political views make him a target for shogunate assassins but his fervent belief in a classless society helps forge the Choshu-Satsuma alliance which ultimately brings about the Meiji Restoration.
Who’s in it. Ryoma Forever stars Yasuko Sawaguchi as Oryo, Takuya Takahashi as Ryoma Sakaoto, Takaya Kamikawa as Ryoma Sakamo (Child) and Mayu Tsuruta as Otazuru, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Ryoma Forever has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ryoma Forever page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ryoma Forever tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ryoma Forever (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ryoma Forever change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ryoma Forever worth watching?
- Ryoma Forever holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ryoma Forever?
- Ryoma Forever stars Yasuko Sawaguchi, Takuya Takahashi, Takaya Kamikawa, Mayu Tsuruta and Tokuma Nishioka.
- When was Ryoma Forever released?
- Ryoma Forever was released in 1997.