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High and Low

High and Low

Stark, intense drama almost beyond belief!

In the midst of an attempt to take over his company, a powerhouse executive is hit with a huge ransom demand when his chauffeur's son is kidnapped by mistake.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: 天国と地獄
  • Genres: Drama, Crime, Mystery, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1963-03-01
  • Runtime: 142 minutes
  • Rating: 8.348/10 (984 votes)
  • Budget: $250,000
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: TOHO, Kurosawa Production
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 4.4686
  • Languages: Japanese

Cast & Crew

Toshirō Mifune

Toshirō Mifune

as Kingo Gondo

Tatsuya Nakadai

Tatsuya Nakadai

as Chief Detective Tokura

Kyōko Kagawa

Kyōko Kagawa

as Reiko Gondo

Tatsuya Mihashi

Tatsuya Mihashi

as Kawanishi, Gondo's secretary

Isao Kimura

Isao Kimura

as Detective Arai

Kenjirō Ishiyama

Kenjirō Ishiyama

as Chief Detective 'Bos'n' Taguchi

Takeshi Katō

Takeshi Katō

as Detective Nakao

Takashi Shimura

Takashi Shimura

as Chief of Investigation Section

Jun Tazaki

Jun Tazaki

as Kamiya, National Shoes Publicity Director

Nobuo Nakamura

Nobuo Nakamura

as Ishimaru, National Shoes Design Department Director

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Trailers & Clips

High and Low (1963) Original Trailer [4K]

'High and Low' | Critics' Picks | The New York Times

External Links

Keywords

chauffeurpoliceransommanagerkidnappingblackmailbaby-snatchingfilm noirshoejapanese noiremaciationyokohamashōwa era (1926-89)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is High and Low?

High and Low is a Drama, Crime, Mystery, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1963-03-01.

Who are the main actors in High and Low?

The main cast includes Toshirō Mifune, Tatsuya Nakadai, Kyōko Kagawa, Tatsuya Mihashi, Isao Kimura, .

Where can I watch High and Low online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if High and Low is available.

Is High and Low based on a true story?

Stark, intense drama almost beyond belief!

What is the IMDb rating of High and Low?

High and Low has an IMDb rating of 8.348/10 based on 984 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of High and Low?

The movie had a production budget of $250,000 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for High and Low?

The soundtrack was composed by TOHO, Kurosawa Production. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was High and Low filmed?

High and Low was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is High and Low?

The total runtime of High and Low is 142 minutes.

Is High and Low suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to High and Low?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to High and Low.

Does High and Low have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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