Fireflies in the North (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1984, Fireflies in the North is a drama film directed by Hideo Gosha, running about 125 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in the icy wilderness of Hokkaido during the early days of the Meiji era, where the brutal warden of Kabato Prison terrorizes convicts sentenced to forced labor to build the roads needed to open up the territory.
Who’s in it. Fireflies in the North stars Tatsuya Nakadai as Takeshi Tsukigata, Shima Iwashita as Yu Nakamura, Koichi Sato as Yakichi and Ai Saotome as Setsu Furuya, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Fireflies in the North has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fireflies in the North page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fireflies in the North tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fireflies in the North (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fireflies in the North change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fireflies in the North worth watching?
- Fireflies in the North holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fireflies in the North?
- Fireflies in the North stars Tatsuya Nakadai, Shima Iwashita, Koichi Sato, Ai Saotome and Daisuke Ryū.
- When was Fireflies in the North released?
- Fireflies in the North was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.