Frame of Snow (1955): cast, story & where to watch

1955 · Film · ★ 10

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Released in 1955, Frame of Snow is a romance and drama film directed by Hisanobu Marubayashi, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. During a winter visit to her grandfather’s mountain home, a young saleswoman becomes entangled in love and jealousy among visiting skiers. After heartbreak and tragedy in the snow, she departs renewed, ready to begin again.

Who’s in it. Frame of Snow stars Yōko Tsukasa as Aoyagi Yūko, So Yamamura as Amagiri (Yūko’s grandfather), Akira Takarada as Kikukawa Shinzō and Momoko Kôchi as Yayoi (Katsu’s sister), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Frame of Snow 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 Frame of Snow page.

If you liked it. Fans of Frame of Snow tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Frame of Snow (1955)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Frame of Snow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Frame of Snow worth watching?
Frame of Snow holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Frame of Snow?
Frame of Snow stars Yōko Tsukasa, So Yamamura, Akira Takarada, Momoko Kôchi and Kenji Sahara.
When was Frame of Snow released?
Frame of Snow was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.