Shadow of Deception (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1971, Shadow of Deception is a drama and mystery film directed by Kōichi Saitō, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. It was five years ago when Minako spent a night with Sozo, younger brother of her ex-husband. She now lives in a local town with a rich old man who owns a dry goods store. Minako travels to Tokyo on business every three months, during which time she continues to meet Sozo, who has married the daughter of his respected teacher.
Who’s in it. Shadow of Deception stars Shima Iwashita as Minako Nishida, Akira Nakao as Sozo Emura, Isao Natsuyagi and Yasunori Irikawa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Shadow of Deception 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 Shadow of Deception page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shadow of Deception tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shadow of Deception (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shadow of Deception change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shadow of Deception worth watching?
- Shadow of Deception holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shadow of Deception?
- Shadow of Deception stars Shima Iwashita, Akira Nakao, Isao Natsuyagi, Yasunori Irikawa and Toshio Takahara.
- When was Shadow of Deception released?
- Shadow of Deception was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.