The Half Moon (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1987, The Half Moon is a notable film directed by Yojiro Takita, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Sex isn't something one plans. It just happens. Yoko is a 23 year old pink collared worker. After college she is kept close with Yokoyama and Ishida, two male college friends who both harbor feelings for her. Yokoyama is straight as an arrow, yet impulsive when it comes to love. Ishida is more the outspoken type. When Yokoyama proposes to her, Yoko wonders if the old marriage myth is true. Is settling down with an 'ordinary' guy the key to a happy marriage?
Who’s in it. The Half Moon stars Maiko Ito as Yoko Sugino, Ken Ishiguro as Osamu Yokoyama, Shinobu Horie as Reiko Sugino and Daisuke Shima as Hirokazu Ishida.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, The Half Moon has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Half Moon page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Half Moon (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Half Moon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Half Moon worth watching?
- The Half Moon holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Half Moon?
- The Half Moon stars Maiko Ito, Ken Ishiguro, Shinobu Horie and Daisuke Shima.