Gateway to Glory (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1969, Gateway to Glory is a war film directed by Mitsuo Murayama, running about 121 minutes.
What it’s about. A young man leaves his widowed mother on her improverished farm and makes his career in the Japanese navy.
Who’s in it. Gateway to Glory stars Kichiemon Nakamura as Ichiro Hirata, Ken Utsui, Tōru Minegishi and Kōjirō Hongō, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Gateway to Glory 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 Gateway to Glory page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gateway to Glory tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gateway to Glory (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gateway to Glory change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Gateway to Glory worth watching?
- Gateway to Glory holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Gateway to Glory?
- Gateway to Glory stars Kichiemon Nakamura, Ken Utsui, Tōru Minegishi, Kōjirō Hongō and Jun Fujimaki.
- When was Gateway to Glory released?
- Gateway to Glory was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.
