Five Gents Prefer Geisha (1967): cast, story & where to watch

1967 · Film · ★ 9

Five Gents Prefer Geisha poster

Released in 1967, Five Gents Prefer Geisha is a comedy and drama film directed by Shūe Matsubayashi, running about 88 minutes.

What it’s about. In this continuation of Discover Japan with the 5 Gents (Shacho sen ichiya, 1967), Shoji (Morishige) and his employees plan to build a hotel for Expo 70.

Who’s in it. Five Gents Prefer Geisha stars Hisaya Morishige as Keitarō Shōji (President, Shōji Tourism), Keiju Kobayashi as Shingo Kimura, Daisuke Katō as Tetsunosuke Kanai (Managing Director) and Yōko Tsukasa as Sumie Kimura (Shingo’s wife), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Five Gents Prefer Geisha sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Five Gents Prefer Geisha page.

If you liked it. Fans of Five Gents Prefer Geisha tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Five Gents Prefer Geisha (1967)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Five Gents Prefer Geisha change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Five Gents Prefer Geisha worth watching?
Five Gents Prefer Geisha holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Five Gents Prefer Geisha?
Five Gents Prefer Geisha stars Hisaya Morishige, Keiju Kobayashi, Daisuke Katō, Yōko Tsukasa and Frankie Sakai.
When was Five Gents Prefer Geisha released?
Five Gents Prefer Geisha was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.