Movie

Play of the Week: Rashomon

★ 8.0(3)19601h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Sidney Lumet
Release date: 1960-12-12
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Talent Associates

About Play of the Week: Rashomon

Play of the Week: Rashomon is a 1960 movie in the Crime, Drama and Mystery genres, directed by Sidney Lumet, starring Osceola Archer, Harry Davis and Michael Higgins. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Play of the Week: Rashomon in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Set in ancient Japan, Rashomon follows the aftermath of a bandit’s attack on a warrior and his wife, as the bandit, the wife, the husband, and a woodcutter each offer different versions of what happened. Directed for "Play of the Week" by Sidney Lumet, the production uses the story’s shifting testimonies to examine truth, self-image, violence, and moral uncertainty.

Cast

Osceola Archer

Commoner

Harry Davis

Police Officer

Michael Higgins

Preist

Oskar Homolka

Ghoul

Carol Lawrence

Wife

Aida Lioy

Medium

James Mitchell

Husband

Ricardo Montalban

Bandit Tasmoro

Michael Shillo

Woodcutter

Themes & keywords

subjectivity

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Play of the Week: Rashomon in New Zealand?+

Play of the Week: Rashomon is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in New Zealand. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Play of the Week: Rashomon on Netflix?+

Play of the Week: Rashomon is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is Play of the Week: Rashomon?+

Play of the Week: Rashomon has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in Play of the Week: Rashomon?+

Play of the Week: Rashomon stars Osceola Archer, Harry Davis, Michael Higgins, Oskar Homolka and Carol Lawrence.

When did Play of the Week: Rashomon come out?+

Play of the Week: Rashomon is a 1960 movie directed by Sidney Lumet.

What genre is Play of the Week: Rashomon?+

Play of the Week: Rashomon is Crime, Drama, Mystery and TV Movie film.

Who directed Play of the Week: Rashomon?+

Play of the Week: Rashomon was directed by Sidney Lumet.