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The Demon

"They'd be better off with strangers."

October 7, 1978 1h 50m 6.4/10 (37 votes)

Originally released in 1978. The Demon is a drama/crime film. directed by Yoshitarō Nomura.

Starring Ken Ogata, Shima Iwashita, and Mayumi Ogawa

Synopsis

When Sokichi stops providing his long-time lover Kikuyo enough money to pay for the care of their three young children, Kikuyo leaves the children with Sokichi - and his very surprised and angry wife Oume - and disappears.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 7, 1978 47 years ago
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Runtime 1h 50m 110 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (37 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 Demon about?

When Sokichi stops providing his long-time lover Kikuyo enough money to pay for the care of their three young children, Kikuyo leaves the children with Sokichi - and his very surprised and angry wi...

Who directed The Demon?

The Demon was directed by Yoshitarō Nomura.

How long is The Demon?

The Demon has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).

When was The Demon released?

The Demon was released on October 7, 1978 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Demon?

The main cast of The Demon includes Ken Ogata, Shima Iwashita, Mayumi Ogawa, Hiroki Iwase, Miyuki Yoshizawa.