Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters (1985)
Kernel Score: 88% · 339 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama
Released: 1985-09-20
Runtime: 121 minutes
Where to watch Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
A fictional account of the life of Japanese author Yukio Mishima, combining dramatizations of three of his novels and a depiction of the events of November 25th, 1970.
Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Mishima is a mature, R-rated biographical drama about a Japanese author that deals with suicide, nationalism, and identity themes.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — The film depicts a real-life suicide and coup d'etat, consistent with its R rating and heavy themes.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Ken Ogata as Yukio Mishima
- Kenji Sawada as Osamu
- Bandō Mitsugorō X as Mizoguchi
- Toshiyuki Nagashima as Isao
- Masayuki Shionoya as Morita
- Hiroshi Mikami as Cadet #1
- Junya Fukuda as Cadet #2
- Yuu Tokui as Cadet #3
- Junkichi Orimoto as General Mashita
- Naoko Ohtani as Mother
Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters FAQ
Is Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters good?
Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 339 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
Is Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters OK for kids?
Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Mishima is a mature, R-rated biographical drama about a Japanese author that deals with suicide, nationalism, and identity themes.
What movies are like Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters?
If you liked Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters, try Battle Royale, Fight Club, Girl, Interrupted and Lust for Life.