Geisha in the Old City (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1957, Geisha in the Old City is a drama film directed by Hiroshi Inagaki, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. Directed by Hiroshi Inagaki, the drama, set in the brothels of Shimabara in post-war Kyoto, is a moving look at the lives of women of tenacity and resilience.
Who’s in it. Geisha in the Old City stars Kinuyo Tanaka as Oei, Eitarō Ozawa as Zensuke, Nobuko Otowa as Tamasode and Keiko Awaji as Kimiko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Geisha in the Old City 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 Geisha in the Old City page.
If you liked it. Fans of Geisha in the Old City tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Geisha in the Old City (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Geisha in the Old City change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Geisha in the Old City worth watching?
- Geisha in the Old City holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Geisha in the Old City?
- Geisha in the Old City stars Kinuyo Tanaka, Eitarō Ozawa, Nobuko Otowa, Keiko Awaji and Haruo Tanaka.
- When was Geisha in the Old City released?
- Geisha in the Old City was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.