Suzaku (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1997, Suzaku is a drama film directed by Naomi Kawase, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Depicts the life of a family in a remote Japanese timber village. Family head Tahara Kozo lives with his mother Sachiko, wife Yasuyo, nephew Eisuke and young daughter Michiru. Economic recession and failed development plans cause tragedy in the family.
Who’s in it. Suzaku stars Jun Kunimura as Kozo Tahara, Machiko Ono as Michiru Tahara, Kotaro Shibata as Eisuke and Yasuyo Kamimura as Yasuyo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Suzaku 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 Suzaku page.
If you liked it. Fans of Suzaku tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Suzaku (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Suzaku change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Suzaku worth watching?
- Suzaku holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Suzaku?
- Suzaku stars Jun Kunimura, Machiko Ono, Kotaro Shibata, Yasuyo Kamimura and Sachiko Izumi.
- When was Suzaku released?
- Suzaku was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.