佐賀のがばいばあちゃん movie poster

佐賀のがばいばあちゃん

April 11, 2009 1h 53m

Originally released in 2009. 佐賀のがばいばあちゃん is a feature film. directed by Yôshichi Shimada.

Starring Yoshiko Kayama, Reiko Takashima, and Ayako Kobayashi

Synopsis

A film adaptation of the great hit memoir of Shimada Yoshichi 'Saga no Gabai Bachan' which sold a total of 6.7 million copies for the entire series. He directed and wrote the script for this film. This tear-jerking and side-splitting work depicts the days of a boy and his "gabai (amazing)" grandmother who overcomes poverty with her bright nature and witty words. In 1958, first grader Akihiro (Morita Haruto) is sent to live with his grandmother (Kayama Yoshiko) in Saga Prefecture as his family struggles financially. He is initially bewildered by the unfamiliar countryside life, but grows into an energetic boy with the help of his lively grandmother.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 11, 2009 16 years ago
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Runtime 1h 53m 113 minutes total
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 佐賀のがばいばあちゃん about?

A film adaptation of the great hit memoir of Shimada Yoshichi 'Saga no Gabai Bachan' which sold a total of 6.7 million copies for the entire series. He directed and wrote the script for this film. ...

Who directed 佐賀のがばいばあちゃん?

佐賀のがばいばあちゃん was directed by Yôshichi Shimada.

How long is 佐賀のがばいばあちゃん?

佐賀のがばいばあちゃん has a runtime of 1 hours and 53 minutes (113 minutes total).

When was 佐賀のがばいばあちゃん released?

佐賀のがばいばあちゃん was released on April 11, 2009 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in 佐賀のがばいばあちゃん?

The main cast of 佐賀のがばいばあちゃん includes Yoshiko Kayama, Reiko Takashima, Ayako Kobayashi, Eisaku Shindo, Rakkyo Ide.