Gate of Youth (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film
Released in 1981, Gate of Youth is a drama film directed by Kinji Fukasaku, running about 140 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of Shinsuke, a young man who lives through a stormy life as a poverty-stricken coal miner. Ranging from Shinsuke's infanthood to his mid-teens. Coal workers and the mines dominate nearly every aspect of his life. Shinsuke's father a group leader at the mine, dies while bravely using dynamite to rescue a group of trapped Korean miners. Several older men attempt to help he and his mother cope, including a friendly Harley-riding yakuza boss. This movie has it all, drama, romance, sex, yakuza and violence! It is based on a story by Hiroyuki Itsuki that was originally serialized in the magazine Shukan Gendai in 1969-70.
Who’s in it. Gate of Youth stars Bunta Sugawara as Shigezo Ibuki, Keiko Matsuzaka as Tae Ibuki, Koichi Sato as Shisuke Ibuki and Kaoru Sugita as Orie Maki, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gate of Youth page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gate of Youth tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gate of Youth (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gate of Youth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Gate of Youth?
- Gate of Youth stars Bunta Sugawara, Keiko Matsuzaka, Koichi Sato, Kaoru Sugita and Hitomi Kageyama.
- When was Gate of Youth released?
- Gate of Youth was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 140 minutes.