Kanbei's Bargain Sale (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1958, Kanbei's Bargain Sale is a romance and drama film directed by Masahiro Makino, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Wandering swordsman Kanbei, parading through town with a sign that reads "Seeking fights, selling my life cheap." One day, he receives a request from the star of the daughter's kabuki, Nakamura Tsurukichi. However, unable to bear seeing a face reminiscent of his first love, he disappears as soon as the task is completed. But later, Tsurukichi returns to ask Kanbei for help once again...
Who’s in it. Kanbei's Bargain Sale stars Ryutaro Otomo, Keiko Okawa, Kōtarō Satomi and Hiromi Hanazono, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Kanbei's Bargain Sale 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 Kanbei's Bargain Sale page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kanbei's Bargain Sale tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kanbei's Bargain Sale (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kanbei's Bargain Sale change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Kanbei's Bargain Sale worth watching?
- Kanbei's Bargain Sale holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Kanbei's Bargain Sale?
- Kanbei's Bargain Sale stars Ryutaro Otomo, Keiko Okawa, Kōtarō Satomi, Hiromi Hanazono and Isao Yamagata.
- When was Kanbei's Bargain Sale released?
- Kanbei's Bargain Sale was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.