House on Fire (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1986, House on Fire is a drama film directed by Kinji Fukasaku, running about 133 minutes. “Adapted from autobiographical story by Kazuo Dan, who published it a few months before his death” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the 50s, the complicated life of a popular writer who must share his life with his family, his numerous mistresses and his work
Who’s in it. House on Fire stars Ken Ogata as Kazuo Katsura, Mieko Harada as Keiko Yajima, Hisashi Igawa as Tsubono and Chu Arai as Kanda, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, House on Fire has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch House on Fire page.
If you liked it. Fans of House on Fire tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch House on Fire (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for House on Fire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is House on Fire worth watching?
- House on Fire holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in House on Fire?
- House on Fire stars Ken Ogata, Mieko Harada, Hisashi Igawa, Chu Arai and Atom Shimojo.
- When was House on Fire released?
- House on Fire was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 133 minutes.