Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp
"Japan's most beloved loser"
Originally released in 1969. Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp is a comedy film. directed by Yoji Yamada.
Starring Kiyoshi Atsumi, Chieko Baisho, and Sachiko Mitsumoto
Synopsis
Tora-san, an itinerant peddler who is thrown out of his father's house twenty years before but reconnects with his aunt, uncle and sister Sakura. Tora wreaks some havoc in their lives, like getting drunk and silly at a marriage meeting and ruining Sakura's chance to marry someone, as well as just being a real pain to those around him. There is a sentimental side to him also, and the best way to describe him is that he grows on you.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 27, 1969
56 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (21 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp about?
Tora-san, an itinerant peddler who is thrown out of his father's house twenty years before but reconnects with his aunt, uncle and sister Sakura. Tora wreaks some havoc in their lives, like getting...
Who directed Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp?
Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp was directed by Yoji Yamada.
How long is Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp?
Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp released?
Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp was released on August 27, 1969 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp?
The main cast of Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp includes Kiyoshi Atsumi, Chieko Baisho, Sachiko Mitsumoto, Chishū Ryū, Takashi Shimura.