The Tale of Genji
TV movie based on the novel "The Tale of Genji" by Murasaki Shikibu, which tells about the life of Prince Hikaru Genji, who was nicknamed "Shining" by people for his dazzling noble beauty. In 1991, to commemorate the 40th anniversary of TBS' founding, it was released with a total production value of around 1.2 billion yen and aired in two parts.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 源氏物語
- Genres: Drama, History
- Release Date: 1991-12-27
- Runtime: 390 minutes
- Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: TBS
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.292
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew
Noriyuki Higashiyama
as
Reiko Ōhara
as
Ayako Wakao
as
Keiko Takeshita
as
Yasuko Sawaguchi
as
Yoshiko Mita
as
Tetsuro Tamba
as
Muga Takewaki
as
Takuya Fujioka
as
Mitsuko Mori
as
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Tale of Genji?▼
The Tale of Genji is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 1991-12-27.
Who are the main actors in The Tale of Genji?▼
The main cast includes Noriyuki Higashiyama, Reiko Ōhara, Ayako Wakao, Keiko Takeshita, Yasuko Sawaguchi, .
Where can I watch The Tale of Genji online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Tale of Genji is available.
Is The Tale of Genji based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Tale of Genji?▼
The Tale of Genji has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Tale of Genji?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Tale of Genji?▼
The soundtrack was composed by TBS. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Tale of Genji filmed?▼
The Tale of Genji was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Tale of Genji?▼
The total runtime of The Tale of Genji is 390 minutes.
Is The Tale of Genji suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Tale of Genji?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Tale of Genji.
Does The Tale of Genji have a post-credit scene?▼
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