The Goodbye Girls (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film
Released in 1987, The Goodbye Girls is a notable film directed by Kazuki Ōmori, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. When 22-year-old Ikuko gets fired from her editing internship right before her college graduation instead of getting hired, she turns to her schoolteacher father for advice. Instead, he tells her, "I've decided to become a singer! Sort your own life out!" Confused, Ikuko gets on a boat to the town of Takarazuka, home of the musical industry, to see her classmate Mari. Mari introduces her to an accountant named Yoshie, and together the three of them move into a house they call "The Women's House: Die Fraulein".
Who’s in it. The Goodbye Girls stars Yuki Saito as Ikuko Adachi, Hiro Komura as Mari Kawano, Mayumi Asaka as Aiko Kurebayashi and Riki Takeuchi as Hiroyuki Ishibashi, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Goodbye Girls page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Goodbye Girls (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Goodbye Girls change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Goodbye Girls?
- The Goodbye Girls stars Yuki Saito, Hiro Komura, Mayumi Asaka, Riki Takeuchi and Tatsuo Yamada.
- When was The Goodbye Girls released?
- The Goodbye Girls was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.