The Lovers (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film

Released in 1953, The Lovers is a comedy film directed by Kon Ichikawa, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Comedy about a 50-something movie director, his new bride, a classical dancer, and his adult son and daughter and their loves.
Who’s in it. The Lovers stars Ichirō Sugai as Teppuu, Fubuki Koshiji as Suwa, Mariko Okada as Yoshi and Ineko Arima as Asano, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lovers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lovers tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lovers (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lovers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Lovers?
- The Lovers stars Ichirō Sugai, Fubuki Koshiji, Mariko Okada, Ineko Arima and Rentaro Mikuni.
- When was The Lovers released?
- The Lovers was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.