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The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima (1985): Cast

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The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima is a 1985 documentary directed by Michael McIntyre, starring Yukio Mishima, John Hurt and Nagisa Ôshima. It runs 55 minutes.

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Released
Runtime
55 min
Director
Michael McIntyre
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
Studio
BBC
After the credits
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The story

What Is The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima About?

The premise of The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima without spoilers.

A BBC television documentary on the life of Yukio Mishima that highlights the many known major aspects of his life and personality.

The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima Themes & Keywords

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  • singing
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Cast & crew

The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima Cast & Characters

Yukio Mishima leads the cast, with John Hurt as Narrator (voice) and Nagisa Ôshima. Directed by Michael McIntyre; 9 actors are credited in all.

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More from Michael McIntyre

More films directed by Michael McIntyre, best-rated first: Kangaroo and Kangaroo: A Love-Hate Story.

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The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima Also Known As

Also known as “三岛由纪夫奇闻”.

Also known as
  • 三岛由纪夫奇闻

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The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima?

The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima runs 55 minutes.

When was The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima released?

The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima was released on December 3, 1985.

Who directed The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima?

The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima was directed by Michael McIntyre.

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Who is in the cast of The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima?

The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima stars Yukio Mishima, John Hurt as Narrator (voice) and Nagisa Ôshima, among 9 credited actors.

Does The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima have a post-credit scene?

No. The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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