The Izu Dancer (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1967, The Izu Dancer is a drama and romance film directed by Hideo Onchi, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Kawasaki, a high school student from Ichiko, walks along a mountain path toward Amagi and encounters a troupe of traveling performers. He becomes captivated by Kaoru, a black-haired dancer carrying a drum on her back. Deciding to travel with the troupe to Shimoda, Kawasaki finds that Kaoru also harbors a tender affection for him.
Who’s in it. The Izu Dancer stars Toshio Kurosawa, Yōko Naitō, Tatsuyoshi Ehara and Nami Tamura, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Izu Dancer 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 The Izu Dancer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Izu Dancer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Izu Dancer (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Izu Dancer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Izu Dancer worth watching?
- The Izu Dancer holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Izu Dancer?
- The Izu Dancer stars Toshio Kurosawa, Yōko Naitō, Tatsuyoshi Ehara, Nami Tamura and Nobuko Otowa.
- When was The Izu Dancer released?
- The Izu Dancer was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.