The Magic Ballad (1982): Cast
The Magic Ballad is a 1982 short animated film directed by Tadanari Okamoto, starring Teruko Nagaoka and Tetsuo Goto. It runs 26 minutes.
- Release year
- Runtime
- 26 min
- Director
- Tadanari Okamoto
- Genre
- Animation
- Original language
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Japanese - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Magic Ballad About?
The premise of The Magic Ballad without spoilers.
A bedridden elderly woman, Itako, meets a fox named Okon. She offers him anything, having nothing left, and he repays her with a magical jyōruri—a shamisen‑accompanied ballad—that restores her health. Grateful, Itako hides Okon and together they heal a wounded hunter and other strangers, spreading kindness, though some grow suspicious of her sudden good fortune.
The Magic Ballad Cast
Teruko Nagaoka leads the cast, with Tetsuo Goto. Directed by Tadanari Okamoto.
- Director Tadanari Okamoto
More from Tadanari Okamoto
More films directed by Tadanari Okamoto: A Donkey Got a Bit Sulky and Welcome, Aliens.
The Magic Ballad Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Okonjoururi” and “The Magic Fox”.
- Also known as
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- Okonjoururi
- The Magic Fox
- Okon Joururi
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The Magic Ballad FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Magic Ballad, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Magic Ballad?
The Magic Ballad runs 26 minutes.
When was The Magic Ballad released?
The Magic Ballad was released in 1982.
Who directed The Magic Ballad?
The Magic Ballad was directed by Tadanari Okamoto.
More films by Tadanari Okamoto Who is in the cast of The Magic Ballad?
The Magic Ballad stars Teruko Nagaoka and Tetsuo Goto.
Does The Magic Ballad have a post-credit scene?
No. The Magic Ballad has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The Magic Ballad in?
The original language of The Magic Ballad is Japanese.
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