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Red Beard (1965)

Movie ★ 8.2 185 min

Aspiring to an easy job as personal physician to a wealthy family, Noboru Yasumoto is disappointed when his first post after medical school takes him to a small country clinic under the gruff doctor Red Beard. Yasumoto rebels in numerous ways, but Red Beard proves a wise and patient teacher. He gradually introduces his student to the unglamorous side of the profession, ultimately assigning him to care for a prostitute rescued from a local brothel.

Akira Kurosawa Director

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Quick facts

Released
March 4, 1965
Runtime
185 min
Budget
$650,000
Box office
$1.1M
IMDb
tt0058888
Country
Japan
Language
Japanese
Studio
TOHO, Kurosawa Production

Cast

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Frequently asked questions

What is Red Beard about?
Aspiring to an easy job as personal physician to a wealthy family, Noboru Yasumoto is disappointed when his first post after medical school takes him to a small country clinic under the gruff doctor Red Beard. Yasumoto rebels in numerous ways, but Red Beard proves a wise and patient teacher. He gradually introduces his student to the unglamorous side of the profession, ultimately assigning him to care for a prostitute rescued from a local brothel.
Who directed Red Beard?
Red Beard was directed by Akira Kurosawa.
Who stars in Red Beard?
Red Beard stars Toshirō Mifune, Yūzō Kayama, Tsutomu Yamazaki, Reiko Dan.
When was Red Beard released?
Red Beard is a 1965 drama film.
Where can I watch Red Beard?
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