Japan's Longest Day
"The dramatic true story of the end of WWII."
Originally released in 1967. Japan's Longest Day is a drama/history film. directed by Kihachi Okamoto. With a runtime of 2h 37m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Seiji Miyaguchi, Rokkō Toura, and Chishū Ryū
Synopsis
Following the detonation of the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the Japanese military and the government clash over the demand from the Allies for unconditional surrender. Minister of the Army Anami leads the military officers who propose to fight on, even to the death of every Japanese citizen. Emperor Hirohito, however, joins with his ministers in asking the unthinkable, the peaceful surrender of Japan. When the military plots a coup to overthrow the Emperor's civilian government, Anami must face the choice between his desires and loyalty to his Emperor.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 3, 1967
58 years ago
Runtime
2h 37m
157 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (29 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Seiji Miyaguchi
as Foreign Minister Shigenori Togo
Rokkō Toura
as Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Shunichi Matsumato
Chishū Ryū
as Prime Minister Baron Kantaro Suzuki
So Yamamura
as Navy Minister Admiral Mitsumasa Yonai
Toshirō Mifune
as War Minister General Korechika Anami
Yoshio Kosugi
as Minister of Public Welfare Keisuke Okade
Takashi Shimura
as Information Bureau Director Hiroshi Shimomura
Etsushi Takahashi
as Lt. Colonel Masutaka Ida
Takao Inoue
as Lt. Colonel Masahiko Takeshita
Tadao Nakamaru
as Lt. Colonel Jiro Shiizaki
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- TOHO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Japan's Longest Day about?
Following the detonation of the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the Japanese military and the government clash over the demand from the Allies for unconditional surrender. Minister of the A...
Who directed Japan's Longest Day?
Japan's Longest Day was directed by Kihachi Okamoto.
How long is Japan's Longest Day?
Japan's Longest Day has a runtime of 2 hours and 37 minutes (157 minutes total).
When was Japan's Longest Day released?
Japan's Longest Day was released on August 3, 1967 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Japan's Longest Day?
The main cast of Japan's Longest Day includes Seiji Miyaguchi, Rokkō Toura, Chishū Ryū, So Yamamura, Toshirō Mifune.