The Ball at the Anjo House (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1947, The Ball at the Anjo House is a drama film directed by Kōzaburō Yoshimura, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. After Japan's loss in the war, the wealthy, cultured, liberal Anjo family have to give up their mansion and their way of life. They hold one last ball at the house before leaving. The seemingly cold, cynical son secretly grieves for his defeated father and the values that the war destroyed, while the daughter tries to prevent father from taking his life and to find her own place in the new Japan.
Who’s in it. The Ball at the Anjo House stars Setsuko Hara as Atsuko Anjo, Yumeko Aizome as Akiko Anjo, Osamu Takizawa as Tadahiko Anjo and Masayuki Mori as Masahiko Anjo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Ball at the Anjo House 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 The Ball at the Anjo House page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ball at the Anjo House tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ball at the Anjo House (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ball at the Anjo House change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ball at the Anjo House worth watching?
- The Ball at the Anjo House holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ball at the Anjo House?
- The Ball at the Anjo House stars Setsuko Hara, Yumeko Aizome, Osamu Takizawa, Masayuki Mori and Masao Shimizu.
- When was The Ball at the Anjo House released?
- The Ball at the Anjo House was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.