The Irresponsible Fool (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1964, The Irresponsible Fool is a comedy film directed by Yoji Yamada, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. Picked up and raised on an island in the Seto Inland Sea, Yasukichi's only trait is his innate mischievousness. However, because his love for his hometown is exceptionally stronger than anybody's, he is trying everything he can to somehow help the inhabitants of the island which are going through a recession. He saddles himself with a debt to bring a cheap band onto the island and tries to market the underwater sightseeing ship on the island without regards for the Marine Act.
Who’s in it. The Irresponsible Fool stars Hajime Hana, Shima Iwashita, Hiroshi Inuzuka and Keiko Mizushina, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Irresponsible Fool 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 The Irresponsible Fool page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Irresponsible Fool tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Irresponsible Fool (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Irresponsible Fool change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Irresponsible Fool worth watching?
- The Irresponsible Fool holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Irresponsible Fool?
- The Irresponsible Fool stars Hajime Hana, Shima Iwashita, Hiroshi Inuzuka, Keiko Mizushina and Tatsuo Matsumura.
- When was The Irresponsible Fool released?
- The Irresponsible Fool was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.