The Only Son movie poster

The Only Son

September 15, 1936 1h 27m 7.4/10 (106 votes)

Originally released in 1936. The Only Son is a drama film. directed by Yasujirō Ozu. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Chōko Iida, Shinichi Himori, and Masao Hayama

Synopsis

A silk factory worker is persuaded to support her son's education up to a college level despite their poverty. Many years later, she travels to Tokyo to visit her son.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 15, 1936 89 years ago
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Runtime 1h 27m 87 minutes total
User Rating 7.4/10 Great (106 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

  • Shochiku

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Only Son about?

A silk factory worker is persuaded to support her son's education up to a college level despite their poverty. Many years later, she travels to Tokyo to visit her son.

Who directed The Only Son?

The Only Son was directed by Yasujirō Ozu.

How long is The Only Son?

The Only Son has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).

When was The Only Son released?

The Only Son was released on September 15, 1936 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Only Son?

The main cast of The Only Son includes Chōko Iida, Shinichi Himori, Masao Hayama, Yoshiko Tsubouchi, Mitsuko Yoshikawa.

Is The Only Son worth watching?

The Only Son has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 106 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.