Fireflies in the North movie poster

Fireflies in the North

September 1, 1984 2h 5m 5.3/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 1984. Fireflies in the North is a drama film. directed by Hideo Gosha. With a runtime of 2h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Tatsuya Nakadai, Shima Iwashita, and Koichi Sato

Synopsis

Set in the icy wilderness of Hokkaido during the early days of the Meiji era, where the brutal warden of Kabato Prison terrorizes convicts sentenced to forced labor to build the roads needed to open up the territory.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 1, 1984 41 years ago
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Runtime 2h 5m 125 minutes total
User Rating 5.3/10 Mixed (6 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Toei Company
  • Haiyuza Eiga Hoso Company

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fireflies in the North about?

Set in the icy wilderness of Hokkaido during the early days of the Meiji era, where the brutal warden of Kabato Prison terrorizes convicts sentenced to forced labor to build the roads needed to ope...

Who directed Fireflies in the North?

Fireflies in the North was directed by Hideo Gosha.

How long is Fireflies in the North?

Fireflies in the North has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).

When was Fireflies in the North released?

Fireflies in the North was released on September 1, 1984 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Fireflies in the North?

The main cast of Fireflies in the North includes Tatsuya Nakadai, Shima Iwashita, Koichi Sato, Ai Saotome, Daisuke Ryū.