The Eel
Originally released in 1997. The Eel is a drama/crime film. directed by Shōhei Imamura.
Starring Koji Yakusho, Misa Shimizu, and Akira Emoto
Synopsis
A businessman kills his adulterous wife and is sent to prison. After his release, he opens a barbershop and meets new people, talking to almost no one except for an eel he befriended while in prison.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 12, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 57m
117 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (121 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Koji Yakusho
as Takuro Yamashita
Misa Shimizu
as Keiko Hattori
Akira Emoto
as Tamotsu Takasaki
Fujio Tokita
as Jiro Nakajima
Mitsuko Baisho
as Misako Nakajima
Show Aikawa
as Yuji Nozawa
Ken Kobayashi
as Masaki Saito
Sabu Kawahara
as Seitaro Misato
Etsuko Ichihara
as Fumie Hattori
Tomorowo Taguchi
as Eiji Dojima
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Eisei Gekijo
- Groove Corporation
- Imamura Productions
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Eel about?
A businessman kills his adulterous wife and is sent to prison. After his release, he opens a barbershop and meets new people, talking to almost no one except for an eel he befriended while in prison.
Who directed The Eel?
The Eel was directed by Shōhei Imamura.
How long is The Eel?
The Eel has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
When was The Eel released?
The Eel was released on May 12, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Eel?
The main cast of The Eel includes Koji Yakusho, Misa Shimizu, Akira Emoto, Fujio Tokita, Mitsuko Baisho.
Is The Eel worth watching?
The Eel has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 121 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.