3 Raccoon Dogs (1966): cast, story & where to watch

1966 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1966, 3 Raccoon Dogs is a crime and comedy film directed by Hideo Suzuki, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. A conman team swindles through jewel scams, marriage fraud, and fake school admissions. Their schemes bring quick riches but collapse before escape, landing them in prison—while a former mark prospers by stealing their tricks.

Who’s in it. 3 Raccoon Dogs stars Junzaburō Ban as Jiihei Murasaki, Akira Takarada as Michio Sasaki, Shoichi Ozawa as Rukichi Saruta and Yuriko Hoshi as Mariko Matsumura, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, 3 Raccoon Dogs has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 3 Raccoon Dogs page.

If you liked it. Fans of 3 Raccoon Dogs tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch 3 Raccoon Dogs (1966)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for 3 Raccoon Dogs change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is 3 Raccoon Dogs worth watching?
3 Raccoon Dogs holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in 3 Raccoon Dogs?
3 Raccoon Dogs stars Junzaburō Ban, Akira Takarada, Shoichi Ozawa, Yuriko Hoshi and Mitsuko Kusabue.
When was 3 Raccoon Dogs released?
3 Raccoon Dogs was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.