Vacuum Zone (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1952, Vacuum Zone is a drama film directed by Satsuo Yamamoto, running about 129 minutes.
What it’s about. Just before the end of the war, Japanese soldier Kitani is released from prison, having served his term for theft. Told in flashback, viewers learn about Kitani's past and reasons behind his prison sentence.
Who’s in it. Vacuum Zone stars Isao Kimura as Kitani, Takashi Kanda as Troop Commander Mine, Yoshi Katō as Lt. Hayashi and Tsutomu Shimomoto, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Vacuum Zone 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 Vacuum Zone page.
If you liked it. Fans of Vacuum Zone tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Vacuum Zone (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Vacuum Zone change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Vacuum Zone worth watching?
- Vacuum Zone holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Vacuum Zone?
- Vacuum Zone stars Isao Kimura, Takashi Kanda, Yoshi Katō, Tsutomu Shimomoto and Masao Mishima.
- When was Vacuum Zone released?
- Vacuum Zone was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 129 minutes.