Singing in the Sun (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1960, Singing in the Sun is a music and drama film directed by Umetsugu Inoue, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. After their troupe disbands, musician Moriyama and his friends join Orion Records and form “Orion Stars.” Their song Love Express becomes a hit, exposing corporate scheming but ending with success and new romances.
Who’s in it. Singing in the Sun stars Akira Takarada as Moriyama Tadashi, Izumi Yukimura as Yoko Tsumura, Tadao Takashima as Takahiko Chiba and Yukiji Asaoka as Chikako Kuni, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Singing in the Sun 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 Singing in the Sun page.
If you liked it. Fans of Singing in the Sun tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Singing in the Sun (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Singing in the Sun change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Singing in the Sun worth watching?
- Singing in the Sun holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Singing in the Sun?
- Singing in the Sun stars Akira Takarada, Izumi Yukimura, Tadao Takashima, Yukiji Asaoka and 神戸一郎.
- When was Singing in the Sun released?
- Singing in the Sun was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.