Death by Hanging movie poster

Death by Hanging

February 2, 1968 1h 58m 7.4/10 (104 votes)

Originally released in 1968. Death by Hanging is a comedy/drama film. directed by Nagisa Ōshima.

Starring Yun Yun-Do, Kei Satō, and Fumio Watanabe

Synopsis

A Korean man is sentenced to death in Japan but somehow survives his execution, sending the authorities into a panic about what to do next.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 2, 1968 58 years ago
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Runtime 1h 58m 118 minutes total
User Rating 7.4/10 Great (104 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Art Theatre Guild
  • Sozosha

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Death by Hanging about?

A Korean man is sentenced to death in Japan but somehow survives his execution, sending the authorities into a panic about what to do next.

Who directed Death by Hanging?

Death by Hanging was directed by Nagisa Ōshima.

How long is Death by Hanging?

Death by Hanging has a runtime of 1 hours and 58 minutes (118 minutes total).

When was Death by Hanging released?

Death by Hanging was released on February 2, 1968 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Death by Hanging?

The main cast of Death by Hanging includes Yun Yun-Do, Kei Satō, Fumio Watanabe, Toshirō Ishidō, Masao Adachi.

Is Death by Hanging worth watching?

Death by Hanging has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 104 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.