Movie

Sharaku

★ 7.0(12)19952h 20m

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Good to know

Director: Masahiro Shinoda
Release date: 1995-06-02
Runtime: 2h 20m
Language: Japanese
Status: Released
Country: Japan
Studio: TSUTAYA Group

Sharaku — trailer

About Sharaku

Sharaku is a 1995 movie in the Drama and History genres, directed by Masahiro Shinoda, starring Hiroyuki Sanada, Shima Iwashita and Frankie Sakai. It has a runtime of 2 hours 20 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 12 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Sharaku in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A crippled kabuki player is taken into a strolling company of itinerant actors. An influential publisher notices his honest, bold drawings, and nurtures him despite persecution and betrayal. The film explores the eternal relationship between artist and producer, and describes the emanicipation of a man who refuses to let himself become the plaything of power and money.

Cast

Hiroyuki Sanada

Tonbo

Shima Iwashita

Okan

Frankie Sakai

Tsutaya

Tsurutaro Kataoka

Ikugorō

Shiro Sano

Utamaro

Riona Hazuki

Hanasato

Toshiya Nagasawa

Tetsuzō

Haruko Katō

Ofuji

Taiko Shinbashi

Osato

Masumi Miyazaki

Gohi

Chōichirō Kawarasaki

Santō Kyōden

Takashi Tsumura

Manager Yohei

Themes & keywords

jidaigekiedo periodjapanese painterkasei culturetsutaya jūzaburōtōshūsai sharaku

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Sharaku in Mexico?+

Sharaku is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Sharaku on Netflix?+

Sharaku is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Sharaku?+

Sharaku has a runtime of 2 hours 20 minutes (140 minutes).

Who stars in Sharaku?+

Sharaku stars Hiroyuki Sanada, Shima Iwashita, Frankie Sakai, Tsurutaro Kataoka and Shiro Sano.

When did Sharaku come out?+

Sharaku is a 1995 movie directed by Masahiro Shinoda.

What genre is Sharaku?+

Sharaku is Drama and History film.

Who directed Sharaku?+

Sharaku was directed by Masahiro Shinoda.