Dr. Akagi (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1998, Dr. Akagi is a comedy, drama and history film directed by Shōhei Imamura, running about 128 minutes.
What it’s about. At the end of WWII, Japanese doctor Akagi searches for the cure for hepatitis in the prisoner-of-war camp.
Who’s in it. Dr. Akagi stars Akira Emoto as Dr. Fuu Akagi, Kumiko Aso as Sonoko, Juro Kara as Umemoto and Masanori Sera as Toriumi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Dr. Akagi has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dr. Akagi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dr. Akagi tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dr. Akagi (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dr. Akagi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dr. Akagi worth watching?
- Dr. Akagi holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dr. Akagi?
- Dr. Akagi stars Akira Emoto, Kumiko Aso, Juro Kara, Masanori Sera and Jacques Gamblin.
- When was Dr. Akagi released?
- Dr. Akagi was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 128 minutes.