Tora-san's Runaway (1970)

Name: Tora-san's Runaway
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1970
Duration: 88 min
Rating: 7.8
Cast: Kiyoshi Atsumi, Chieko Baisho, Aiko Nagayama, Hisashi Igawa, Gin Maeda

1h 28m Japan

Comedy

Plot

Torajiro meets the ailing son of a yakuza, which prompts his sister Sakura to encourage him to abandon his aimless wandering. Inspired by this encounter, he sets out to transform his life by seeking steady employment and leaving behind his nomadic ways. As Tora-san strives to embrace responsibility, he grapples with his past and the challenges of leading a more conventional existence. This heartfelt journey explores the themes of redemption and family ties, showcasing Tora-san's struggles and growth in a world that often pulls him back into his old habits.

Cast

Kiyoshi Atsumi Chieko Baisho Aiko Nagayama Hisashi Igawa Gin Maeda Taisaku Akino Seiji Matsuyama Chieko Misaki Hisao Dazai Tokuko Sugiyama Gajir? Sat? Michio Kida Masahiko Tanimura Kimiyo ?tsuka Yoshino Tani