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Begging for Love (1998): cast, story & where to watch

1998 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1998, Begging for Love is a drama film directed by Hideyuki Hirayama, running about 135 minutes.

What it’s about. During a quest to find a Taiwanese father's grave, disturbing memories of child abuse are aroused.

Who’s in it. Begging for Love stars Mieko Harada as Terue Yamaoka, Maho Nonami as Migusa Yamaoka, Kiichi Nakai as Fumio Chin and Ai Koinuma as Terue (Age 5), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Begging for Love 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 Begging for Love page.

If you liked it. Fans of Begging for Love tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Begging for Love (1998)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Begging for Love change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Begging for Love worth watching?
Begging for Love holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Begging for Love?
Begging for Love stars Mieko Harada, Maho Nonami, Kiichi Nakai, Ai Koinuma and Jun Kunimura.
When was Begging for Love released?
Begging for Love was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 135 minutes.