Gassan (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film
Released in 1979, Gassan is a drama film directed by Tetsutaro Murano, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Akira leaves for the Mt. Gassan foothills before winter's onset, visiting the local temple and interacting with the residents all while falling for fair Fumiko.
Who’s in it. Gassan stars Jiro Kawarazaki as Akira, Chikako Yuri as Fumiko, Yūsuke Takita as Tasuke and Yoshio Inaba as Gensuke, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gassan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gassan tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gassan (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gassan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Gassan?
- Gassan stars Jiro Kawarazaki, Chikako Yuri, Yūsuke Takita, Yoshio Inaba and Hisashi Igawa.
- When was Gassan released?
- Gassan was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.