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Don't Call Me Daddy (1972): cast, story & where to watch

1972 · Series · ★ 7

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Released in 1972, Don't Call Me Daddy is a family series.

What it’s about. This is the story of a man's challenges of raising his niece by himself. Ukyo Yasutake is a single man working in an office. His older sister, who was like a mother to him, dies. He's left to raise his sister's only daughter Chiharu. This comedy-drama depicts with great human depth the journey these two characters take as they gradually develop a real parent/child relationship with the support of friends and the family at the rice shop where Ukyo boards.

Who’s in it. Don't Call Me Daddy stars Tetsuo Ishidate as Ukyo Yasutake and Kaoru Sugita as Chiharu Hashimoto.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Don't Call Me Daddy 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 Don't Call Me Daddy page.

If you liked it. Fans of Don't Call Me Daddy tend to enjoy Anne with an E, Gravity Falls, Over the Garden Wall and Big Time Rush.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Don't Call Me Daddy (1972)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Don't Call Me Daddy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Don't Call Me Daddy worth watching?
Don't Call Me Daddy holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Don't Call Me Daddy?
Don't Call Me Daddy stars Tetsuo Ishidate and Kaoru Sugita.
When was Don't Call Me Daddy released?
Don't Call Me Daddy was released in 1972.