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Superexpress (1964): cast, story & where to watch

1964 · Film · ★ 8.5

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Released in 1964, Superexpress is a drama and crime film directed by Yasuzō Masumura, running about 93 minutes.

What it’s about. A man operates a small real estate business near Osaka. A man from Tokyo asks for help in buying a large tract of land in order, he says, to build an automobile factory. But by accident the realtor learns that the Tokaido Railway Line is going to be built directly across the land just acquired.

Who’s in it. Superexpress stars Jiro Tamiya as Keiichi Kikyo, Yukiko Fuji as Yoko Tamaru, Eiji Funakoshi as Masayoshi Zaitsu and Daisuke Katō as Yukichi Nakae, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Superexpress sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Superexpress page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Superexpress (1964)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Superexpress change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Superexpress worth watching?
Superexpress holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Superexpress?
Superexpress stars Jiro Tamiya, Yukiko Fuji, Eiji Funakoshi, Daisuke Katō and Jotaro Senba.
When was Superexpress released?
Superexpress was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.