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Tokyo Twilight (1972): Cast & Ratings

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Tokyo Twilight is a 1972 drama directed by Yasujiro Ozu, starring Chishû Ryû, Kamatari Fujiwara and Haruko Sugimura. It runs 2 hours 20 minutes. Critics gave it 87 on Metacritic.

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Tokyo Twilight (1972) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 20m (140 min)
Director
Yasujiro Ozu
Genre
Drama
Original language
Japanese
Studio
Shochiku
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Tokyo Twilight About?

The premise of Tokyo Twilight without spoilers.

Two sisters are drawn back to their childhood home, confronting a difficult past and complex family relationships. They uncover a shocking revelation that challenges everything they thought they knew: their mother, who they believed had passed away, is actually still alive. This discovery forces them to re-evaluate their history and the secrets that have shaped their lives.

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Cast & crew

Tokyo Twilight Cast

Chishû Ryû leads the cast, with Kamatari Fujiwara and Haruko Sugimura. Directed by Yasujiro Ozu; 10 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Yasujiro Ozu

More films directed by Yasujiro Ozu, best-rated first: Tokyo Story, Children of Tokyo, Early Summer and An Autumn Afternoon.

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Ratings

Tokyo Twilight Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Tokyo Twilight 87 on Metacritic.

Cars

Cars in Tokyo Twilight

2 cars on screen: the Dodge M-37 and the 1953 Willys Jeep CJ-3B.

  • Dodge M-37 in Tokyo Twilight Dodge M-37 Important role
  • 1953 Willys Jeep CJ-3B in Tokyo Twilight 1953 Willys Jeep CJ-3B Minor role

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Tokyo Twilight FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Tokyo Twilight, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Tokyo Twilight?

Tokyo Twilight runs 2 hours 20 minutes (140 minutes).

When was Tokyo Twilight released?

Tokyo Twilight was released on July 19, 1972.

Who directed Tokyo Twilight?

Tokyo Twilight was directed by Yasujiro Ozu.

More films by Yasujiro Ozu

Who is in the cast of Tokyo Twilight?

Tokyo Twilight stars Chishû Ryû, Kamatari Fujiwara and Haruko Sugimura, among 10 credited actors.

How is Tokyo Twilight rated?

Tokyo Twilight has 87 on Metacritic.

Does Tokyo Twilight have a post-credit scene?

No. Tokyo Twilight has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Tokyo Twilight in?

The original language of Tokyo Twilight is Japanese.

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