Farewell to the Land (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 1982, Farewell to the Land is a drama film directed by Mitsuo Yanagimachi, running about 130 minutes.
What it’s about. Yukio is an ex-farmer working as a dump-truck driver in Kashima. Haunted by the drowning of his two young sons, whose names he has had tattooed on his back in penance, and locked in a sibling rivalry with his traditional but urbane younger brother who lives in Tokyo, Yukio has become an amphetamine-addicted loner at odds with his family, friends and colleagues.
Who’s in it. Farewell to the Land stars Jinpachi Nezu as Yukio Yamazawa, Kumiko Akiyoshi as Junko, Jirô Chiba as Akihiko Yamazawa and Miyako Yamaguchi as Fumie Yamazawa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Farewell to the Land has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Farewell to the Land page.
If you liked it. Fans of Farewell to the Land tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Farewell to the Land (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Farewell to the Land change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Farewell to the Land worth watching?
- Farewell to the Land holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Farewell to the Land?
- Farewell to the Land stars Jinpachi Nezu, Kumiko Akiyoshi, Jirô Chiba, Miyako Yamaguchi and Kazuko Shirakawa.
- When was Farewell to the Land released?
- Farewell to the Land was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.