Once More (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 6.2

Released in 1947, Once More is a drama and romance film directed by Heinosuke Gosho, running about 118 minutes.
What it’s about. A romance with political overtones about the relationship of a sheltered bourgeois woman and a doctor who devotes himself to caring for the poor. Over a ten-year period - from 1936 through the war - they find each other and are separated again by the events of those tumultuous days.
Who’s in it. Once More stars Mieko Takamine as Akiko, Ichirō Ryūzaki as Nogami, Haruo Tanaka and Hyo Kitazawa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Once More 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 Once More page.
If you liked it. Fans of Once More tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Once More (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Once More change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Once More worth watching?
- Once More holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Once More?
- Once More stars Mieko Takamine, Ichirō Ryūzaki, Haruo Tanaka, Hyo Kitazawa and Kōji Kawamura.
- When was Once More released?
- Once More was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.
