
Kwaidan
In the tradition of "RASHOMON" and "GATE OF HELL."
Taking its title from an archaic Japanese word meaning "ghost story," this anthology adapts four folk tales. A penniless samurai marries for money with tragic results. A man stranded in a blizzard is saved by Yuki the Snow Maiden, but his rescue comes at a cost. Blind musician Hoichi is forced to perform for an audience of ghosts. An author relates the story of a samurai who sees another warrior's reflection in his teacup.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 怪談
- Genres: Horror, Fantasy, Drama
- Release Date: 1965-01-06
- Runtime: 183 minutes
- Rating: 7.714/10 (401 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Ninjin Club
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 4.0896
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew

Michiyo Aratama
as First Wife (segment "The Black Hair")

Rentaro Mikuni
as Husband (segment "The Black Hair")

Misako Watanabe
as Second Wife (segment "The Black Hair")

Kenjirō Ishiyama
as Father (segment "The Black Hair")

Ranko Akagi
as Mother (segment "The Black Hair")

Fumie Kitahara
as (segment "The Black Hair")

Kappei Matsumoto
as (segment "The Black Hair") (uncredited)

Yoshiko Ieda
as (segment "The Black Hair") (uncredited)

Otome Tsukimiya
as (segment "The Black Hair") (uncredited)

Kenzō Tanaka
as (segment "The Black Hair") (uncredited)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kwaidan?▼
Kwaidan is a Horror, Fantasy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1965-01-06.
Who are the main actors in Kwaidan?▼
The main cast includes Michiyo Aratama, Rentaro Mikuni, Misako Watanabe, Kenjirō Ishiyama, Ranko Akagi, .
Where can I watch Kwaidan online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Kwaidan is available.
Is Kwaidan based on a true story?▼
In the tradition of "RASHOMON" and "GATE OF HELL."
What is the IMDb rating of Kwaidan?▼
Kwaidan has an IMDb rating of 7.714/10 based on 401 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Kwaidan?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Kwaidan?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Ninjin Club. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Kwaidan filmed?▼
Kwaidan was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Kwaidan?▼
The total runtime of Kwaidan is 183 minutes.
Is Kwaidan suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Kwaidan?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Kwaidan.
Does Kwaidan have a post-credit scene?▼
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