Marriageable Age movie poster

Marriageable Age

January 14, 1961 1h 37m

Originally released in 1961. Marriageable Age is a comedy/drama film. directed by Kozaburo Yoshimura.

Starring Machiko Kyō, Eiji Funakoshi, and Ayako Wakao

Synopsis

The three Matsunami sisters navigate adulthood and the complex social pressures of finding a husband while living under their traditional father’s roof. As they balance their personal desires against the family's obsession with status, their search for "marriageable age" stability is complicated by secret affairs and the cold reality of arranged matches. They must ultimately decide whether to conform to the rigid expectations of their upper-class upbringing or break away to pursue their own independence.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 14, 1961 65 years ago
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Runtime 1h 37m 97 minutes total
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Daiei Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marriageable Age about?

The three Matsunami sisters navigate adulthood and the complex social pressures of finding a husband while living under their traditional father’s roof. As they balance their personal desires aga...

Who directed Marriageable Age?

Marriageable Age was directed by Kozaburo Yoshimura.

How long is Marriageable Age?

Marriageable Age has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).

When was Marriageable Age released?

Marriageable Age was released on January 14, 1961 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Marriageable Age?

The main cast of Marriageable Age includes Machiko Kyō, Eiji Funakoshi, Ayako Wakao, Hitomi Nozoe, Mieko Takamine.