Fighting Tatsu, the Rickshaw Man (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1964, Fighting Tatsu, the Rickshaw Man is a comedy, drama and crime film directed by Tai Katō, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Richshaw man Tatsu has wandered to Osaka from Tokyo. He has quarrels with Kimiyakko, a geisha, and throws her into the river. But later, he falls in love with her. Yasaburo, the oyabun of the Nishikawa Gang, loves her very much too. However, as he likes Tatsu's dynamic personality, he volunteers to become a go-between for their marriage. Yasaburo gets tipped off by Yajima who wants to take over the territory of the Nishikawa Gang, and is arrested and imprisoned. After his release, Yajima tries to kill him. Ginjiro, a lover of Tamaryu respects Kimiyakko as an older sister and a follower of Tatsu, is murdered. After the third marriage ceremony just between Tatsu and Kimiyakko, Tatsu goes off to the place of fighting.
Who’s in it. Fighting Tatsu, the Rickshaw Man stars Sumiko Fuji, Chōichirō Kawarasaki, Nami Munakata and Hiroko Sakuramachi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Fighting Tatsu, the Rickshaw Man has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fighting Tatsu, the Rickshaw Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fighting Tatsu, the Rickshaw Man tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fighting Tatsu, the Rickshaw Man (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fighting Tatsu, the Rickshaw Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fighting Tatsu, the Rickshaw Man worth watching?
- Fighting Tatsu, the Rickshaw Man holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Fighting Tatsu, the Rickshaw Man?
- Fighting Tatsu, the Rickshaw Man stars Sumiko Fuji, Chōichirō Kawarasaki, Nami Munakata, Hiroko Sakuramachi and Akira Shioji.
- When was Fighting Tatsu, the Rickshaw Man released?
- Fighting Tatsu, the Rickshaw Man was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.