The Pledge (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1972, The Pledge is a drama and crime film directed by Kōsaku Yamashita, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. When Omuro Yahachi of the Omuro family is selected as Mutsumikai Soke's successor, the conflict between the Kitakyushu and Wakamatsu begins.
Who’s in it. The Pledge stars Koji Tsuruta, Tomisaburô Wakayama, Bunta Sugawara and Yuko Hamada, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Pledge has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pledge page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pledge tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pledge (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pledge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Pledge worth watching?
- The Pledge holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pledge?
- The Pledge stars Koji Tsuruta, Tomisaburô Wakayama, Bunta Sugawara, Yuko Hamada and Hiroki Matsukata.
- When was The Pledge released?
- The Pledge was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.