The Heart (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1955, The Heart is a drama film directed by Kon Ichikawa, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. In the dying months of the Meiji era, a sympathetic student befriends a married couple, but soon realizes they share a curiously strained relationship stemming from an unknown incident in their past.
Who’s in it. The Heart stars Masayuki Mori as Nobuchi, Michiyo Aratama as Shizu, Nobuchi's wife, Tatsuya Mihashi as Kaji and Shōji Yasui as Hioki Jiro, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Heart has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Heart page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Heart tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Heart (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Heart change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Heart worth watching?
- The Heart holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Heart?
- The Heart stars Masayuki Mori, Michiyo Aratama, Tatsuya Mihashi, Shōji Yasui and Tanie Kitabayashi.
- When was The Heart released?
- The Heart was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.