The Burning Sun (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1967, The Burning Sun is a drama film directed by Takeshi Matsumori, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A teacher coaches a troubled youth who learns about life through the game of soccer.
Who’s in it. The Burning Sun stars Yōsuke Natsuki, Toshio Kurosawa, Wakako Sakai and Yōko Fujiyama, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Burning Sun 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 Burning Sun page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Burning Sun tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Burning Sun (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Burning Sun change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Burning Sun worth watching?
- The Burning Sun holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Burning Sun?
- The Burning Sun stars Yōsuke Natsuki, Toshio Kurosawa, Wakako Sakai, Yōko Fujiyama and Yumiko Nogawa.
- When was The Burning Sun released?
- The Burning Sun was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.