My Daughter's Only Wish movie poster

My Daughter's Only Wish

March 14, 1939 1h 5m

Originally released in 1939. My Daughter's Only Wish is a feature film. directed by Torajirō Saitō. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Hideko Takamine, Nijiko Kiyokawa, and Saburō Sawai

Synopsis

My Daughter's Only Wish tells the story of a poorly paid and clumsy office clerk, played with much comedic talent by Atsushi Watanabe. His biggest problem: His daughter Hideko is too clever and is expected by her teachers to enter the school for higher girls after graduating from primary school. But how is our poor clerk supposed to pay the school fees? How does poor Hideko feel about the situation? How can they cope with the envious colleagues who have less brighter daughters? And - an important question for Hideko's mother - what will the neighbours think? What's the point about getting a good education for girls anyway?

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 14, 1939 86 years ago
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Runtime 1h 5m 65 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

  • Toho Eiga

Frequently Asked Questions

What is My Daughter's Only Wish about?

My Daughter's Only Wish tells the story of a poorly paid and clumsy office clerk, played with much comedic talent by Atsushi Watanabe. His biggest problem: His daughter Hideko is too clever and is ...

Who directed My Daughter's Only Wish?

My Daughter's Only Wish was directed by Torajirō Saitō.

How long is My Daughter's Only Wish?

My Daughter's Only Wish has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).

When was My Daughter's Only Wish released?

My Daughter's Only Wish was released on March 14, 1939 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in My Daughter's Only Wish?

The main cast of My Daughter's Only Wish includes Hideko Takamine, Nijiko Kiyokawa, Saburō Sawai, Gang-Bôya, Tamae Kawabata.