The Daphne (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film
Released in 1966, The Daphne is a drama film directed by Yasuki Chiba, running about 106 minutes. “Four Different Patterns of Wedding Ceremonies for Four Sisters” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Four sisters are all named after flowers. While the two youngest are married, the eldest two remain single, much to the annoyance of their long-suffering mother. The mother and her brother try various schemes to find husbands for them.
Who’s in it. The Daphne stars Machiko Kyō as Kikuko (the eldest daughter), Yōko Tsukasa as Umeko (the second daughter), Reiko Dan as Sakura (the third daughter) and Yuriko Hoshi as Ayame (the fourth daughter), among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Daphne page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Daphne tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Daphne (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Daphne change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Daphne?
- The Daphne stars Machiko Kyō, Yōko Tsukasa, Reiko Dan, Yuriko Hoshi and Keiju Kobayashi.
- When was The Daphne released?
- The Daphne was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.