Taro the Dragon Boy
Originally released in 1979. Taro the Dragon Boy is a fantasy/animation film. directed by Kirio Urayama. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Junya Kato, Mina Tominaga, and Sayuri Yoshinaga
Synopsis
Patterned after Japanese art and silk screens, Taro, The Dragon Boy is an animated feature about Japanese mythology and cultures, focusing on Taro, a young boy who has to make a voyage to a distant lake to save his mother, who has been turned into a dragon.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 17, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (18 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Toei Video Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taro the Dragon Boy about?
Patterned after Japanese art and silk screens, Taro, The Dragon Boy is an animated feature about Japanese mythology and cultures, focusing on Taro, a young boy who has to make a voyage to a distant...
Who directed Taro the Dragon Boy?
Taro the Dragon Boy was directed by Kirio Urayama.
How long is Taro the Dragon Boy?
Taro the Dragon Boy has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was Taro the Dragon Boy released?
Taro the Dragon Boy was released on March 17, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Taro the Dragon Boy?
The main cast of Taro the Dragon Boy includes Junya Kato, Mina Tominaga, Sayuri Yoshinaga, Kirin Kiki, Kazuo Kumakura.