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An Innocent Witch (1965): cast, story & where to watch

1965 · Film · ★ 7.1

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Released in 1965, An Innocent Witch is a drama film directed by Heinosuke Gosho, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s about. Ayako, a young woman from a rural fishing village, is sold by her family into a brothel when her father takes ill. There, she is quickly stripped of her innocence and illusions.

Who’s in it. An Innocent Witch stars Jitsuko Yoshimura, Keizô Kawasaki, Taiji Tonoyama and Minori Terada, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, An Innocent Witch has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch An Innocent Witch page.

If you liked it. Fans of An Innocent Witch tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch An Innocent Witch (1965)?
In US, An Innocent Witch is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is An Innocent Witch worth watching?
An Innocent Witch holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in An Innocent Witch?
An Innocent Witch stars Jitsuko Yoshimura, Keizô Kawasaki, Taiji Tonoyama, Minori Terada and Eijirō Tōno.
When was An Innocent Witch released?
An Innocent Witch was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.