Tree Without Leaves (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1986, Tree Without Leaves is a drama film directed by Kaneto Shindō, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Haru, an aging scriptwriter, has isolated himself somewhere in the woods of Nagano to work on his first novel. As the last surviving member of his kin, he intends to chronicle the family he grew up in.
Who’s in it. Tree Without Leaves stars Nobuko Otowa as Mother, Ichirô Zaitsu as Father, Meiko Kaji and Kotoe Hatsui, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Tree Without Leaves 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 Tree Without Leaves page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tree Without Leaves tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tree Without Leaves (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tree Without Leaves change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tree Without Leaves worth watching?
- Tree Without Leaves holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Tree Without Leaves?
- Tree Without Leaves stars Nobuko Otowa, Ichirô Zaitsu, Meiko Kaji, Kotoe Hatsui and Taiji Tonoyama.
- When was Tree Without Leaves released?
- Tree Without Leaves was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.