Ugetsu (1953)
Kernel Score: 88% · 631 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Fantasy, Drama, Mystery
Released: 1953-03-26
Runtime: 96 minutes
Where to watch Ugetsu
- Stream: HBO Max
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- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In 16th century Japan, peasants Genjuro and Tobei sell their earthenware pots to a group of soldiers in a nearby village, in defiance of a local sage's warning against seeking to profit from warfare. Genjuro's pursuit of both riches and the mysterious Lady Wakasa, as well as Tobei's desire to become a samurai, run the risk of destroying both themselves and their wives, Miyagi and Ohama.
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Director
Kenji Mizoguchi
Cast
- Machiko Kyō as Lady Wakasa
- Mitsuko Mito as Ohama
- Kinuyo Tanaka as Miyagi
- Masayuki Mori as Genjurô
- Eitarō Ozawa as Tôbei
- Sugisaku Aoyama as Old Priest
- Mitsusaburō Ramon as Captain of Tamba Soldiers
- Ryōsuke Kagawa as Village Master
- Kichijirō Ueda as Shop Owner
- Shōzō Nanbu as Shintô Priest
Ugetsu FAQ
Is Ugetsu good?
Ugetsu has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 631 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Ugetsu?
In the US you can stream Ugetsu on HBO Max, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Darkroom, Fawesome and Plex and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
What is Ugetsu rated?
Ugetsu is rated NR.
What movies are like Ugetsu?
If you liked Ugetsu, try Throne of Blood, The Hidden Fortress, Kagemusha and Sanjuro.