Rhapsody in August (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1991, Rhapsody in August is a comedy and drama film directed by Akira Kurosawa, running about 98 minutes. “Tears. Laughter. Innocence. It was a summer of remembering.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story centers on an elderly hibakusha, whose husband was one of 80,000 human beings killed in the 1945 atomic bombing of Nagasaki, caring for her four grandchildren over the summer. She learns of a long-lost brother, Suzujiro, living in Hawaii who wants her to visit him before he dies.
Who’s in it. Rhapsody in August stars Sachiko Murase as Kane (The Grandmother), Hidetaka Yoshioka as Tateo, Tomoko Ôtakara as Tami and Mieko Suzuki as Minako, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Rhapsody in August 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 Rhapsody in August page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rhapsody in August tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rhapsody in August (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rhapsody in August change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rhapsody in August worth watching?
- Rhapsody in August holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Rhapsody in August?
- Rhapsody in August stars Sachiko Murase, Hidetaka Yoshioka, Tomoko Ôtakara, Mieko Suzuki and Mitsunori Isaki.
- When was Rhapsody in August released?
- Rhapsody in August was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.