A Human Promise (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1986, A Human Promise is a drama film directed by Yoshishige Yoshida, running about 124 minutes.
What it’s about. An old woman has died and her widower with dementia confesses to killing her. After this, the story goes back in time to show the events leading up to her death.
Who’s in it. A Human Promise stars Rentaro Mikuni as Ryôsaku Morimoto, Chōichirō Kawarasaki as Yoshio, Ryôsaku's son, Orie Satō as Ritsuko, Yoshio's wife and Sachiko Murase as Tatsu, Ryôsaku's wife, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, A Human Promise 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 A Human Promise page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Human Promise tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Human Promise (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Human Promise change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Human Promise worth watching?
- A Human Promise holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Human Promise?
- A Human Promise stars Rentaro Mikuni, Chōichirō Kawarasaki, Orie Satō, Sachiko Murase and Chōei Takahashi.
- When was A Human Promise released?
- A Human Promise was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.