The Idiot
Kameda, who has been in an asylum on Okinawa, travels to Hokkaido. There he becomes involved with two women, Taeko and Ayako. Taeko comes to love Kameda, but is loved in turn by Akama. When Akama realizes that he will never have Taeko, his thoughts turn to murder, and great tragedy ensues.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 白痴
- Genres: Drama, Romance
- Release Date: 1951-05-23
- Runtime: 166 minutes
- Rating: 7/10 (116 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Shochiku
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.4859
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew
Setsuko Hara
as Taeko Nasu
Masayuki Mori
as Kinji Kameda
Toshirō Mifune
as Denkichi Akama
Yoshiko Kuga
as Ayako
Takashi Shimura
as Ono, Ayako's father
Chieko Higashiyama
as Satoko, Ayako's mother
Eijirō Yanagi
as Tohata
Minoru Chiaki
as Mutsuo Kayama, the secretary
Noriko Sengoku
as Takako
Kokuten Kōdō
as Junpei
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Idiot?▼
The Idiot is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1951-05-23.
Who are the main actors in The Idiot?▼
The main cast includes Setsuko Hara, Masayuki Mori, Toshirō Mifune, Yoshiko Kuga, Takashi Shimura, .
Where can I watch The Idiot online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Idiot is available.
Is The Idiot based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Idiot?▼
The Idiot has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 116 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Idiot?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Idiot?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Shochiku. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Idiot filmed?▼
The Idiot was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Idiot?▼
The total runtime of The Idiot is 166 minutes.
Is The Idiot suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Idiot?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Idiot.
Does The Idiot have a post-credit scene?▼
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