Games (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1971, Games is a drama film directed by Yasuzō Masumura, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A 16-year-old girl works in a factory to pay her late father’s debt. When she makes up her mind to become a hostess, a boy approaches her with kind and gentle manners...(Also occasionally known in English as “Play”)
Who’s in it. Games stars Keiko Takahashi, Masaaki Daimon, Keiko Matsuzaka and Sei Hiraizumi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Games 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 Games page.
If you liked it. Fans of Games tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Games (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Games change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Games worth watching?
- Games holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Games?
- Games stars Keiko Takahashi, Masaaki Daimon, Keiko Matsuzaka, Sei Hiraizumi and Asao Uchida.
- When was Games released?
- Games was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.