Red Beard
"What is the key to life - power, prestige or peace?"
Originally released in 1965. Red Beard is a drama film. directed by Akira Kurosawa. With a runtime of 3h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Toshirō Mifune, Yūzō Kayama, and Tsutomu Yamazaki
Synopsis
Aspiring to an easy job as personal physician to a wealthy family, Noboru Yasumoto is disappointed when his first post after medical school takes him to a small country clinic under the gruff doctor Red Beard. Yasumoto rebels in numerous ways, but Red Beard proves a wise and patient teacher. He gradually introduces his student to the unglamorous side of the profession, ultimately assigning him to care for a prostitute rescued from a local brothel.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 4, 1965
60 years ago
Runtime
3h 5m
185 minutes total
User Rating
8.1/10
Excellent (392 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- TOHO
- Kurosawa Production
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Beard about?
Aspiring to an easy job as personal physician to a wealthy family, Noboru Yasumoto is disappointed when his first post after medical school takes him to a small country clinic under the gruff docto...
Who directed Red Beard?
Red Beard was directed by Akira Kurosawa.
How long is Red Beard?
Red Beard has a runtime of 3 hours and 5 minutes (185 minutes total).
When was Red Beard released?
Red Beard was released on March 4, 1965 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Red Beard?
The main cast of Red Beard includes Toshirō Mifune, Yūzō Kayama, Tsutomu Yamazaki, Reiko Dan, Miyuki Kuwano.
Is Red Beard worth watching?
Red Beard has a user rating of 8.1/10 based on 392 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.