Hideko the Bus Conductor (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1941, Hideko the Bus Conductor is a comedy and drama film directed by Mikio Naruse, running about 54 minutes.
What it’s about. Okoma, a witty young woman working as a conductor in an old, rickety bus in Kōfu, Yamanashi (rural Japan), has a creative idea that could avert the dwindling number of passengers when her job and the bus company itself are at stake.
Who’s in it. Hideko the Bus Conductor stars Hideko Takamine as Okoma, the bus conductress, Kamatari Fujiwara as Sonoda - the bus driver, Daijirō Natsukawa as Gonji Igawa - the novelist and Tamae Kiyokawa as Innkeeper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Hideko the Bus Conductor has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hideko the Bus Conductor page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hideko the Bus Conductor tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hideko the Bus Conductor (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hideko the Bus Conductor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hideko the Bus Conductor worth watching?
- Hideko the Bus Conductor holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hideko the Bus Conductor?
- Hideko the Bus Conductor stars Hideko Takamine, Kamatari Fujiwara, Daijirō Natsukawa, Tamae Kiyokawa and Yōtarō Katsumi.
- When was Hideko the Bus Conductor released?
- Hideko the Bus Conductor was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 54 minutes.