Human (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1962, Human is a drama film directed by Kaneto Shindō, running about 117 minutes.
What it’s about. The ship Kaijin Maru is left adrift after losing all means of navigation in a storm. The four people on the ship are becoming increasingly desperate as food and water run out.
Who’s in it. Human stars Taiji Tonoyama as Kamegoro, Nobuko Otowa as Gorosuke, Kei Satō as Hachizo and Kei Yamamoto as Sankichi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Human has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Human page.
If you liked it. Fans of Human tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Human (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Human change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Human worth watching?
- Human holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Human?
- Human stars Taiji Tonoyama, Nobuko Otowa, Kei Satō, Kei Yamamoto and Misako Watanabe.
- When was Human released?
- Human was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.