The Inferno (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1979, The Inferno is a horror film directed by Tatsumi Kumashiro, running about 131 minutes.
What it’s about. Hell manifests itself through the sins, shame and desires of an upper class rural family and a mother's grief from beyond the grave.
Who’s in it. The Inferno stars Mieko Harada as Aki Mizunuma / Miho Ikegata, Ken Nishida as Ryuzo Ikegati, Kyōko Kishida as Shima Ikegata and Jun Hamamura, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Inferno 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 The Inferno page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Inferno tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Inferno (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Inferno change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Inferno worth watching?
- The Inferno holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Inferno?
- The Inferno stars Mieko Harada, Ken Nishida, Kyōko Kishida, Jun Hamamura and Kazuko Inano.
- When was The Inferno released?
- The Inferno was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 131 minutes.