The Teahouse of the August Moon
Seen it?1957 | 123 min | Comedy
Saturday Specialearly ratingWhy it’s a Saturday Special
It earned strong reviews (83% on Rotten Tomatoes), despite little lasting buzz. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Sleeper or Life of Brian, start here.
- The mood
- Provocative satire that goes after everyone.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 2 hr 3 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1957: an older pace and style.
In post-WWII Japan, an American captain is brought in to help build a school, but the locals want a teahouse instead.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
83% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsBelow par
Nominated for 1 Golden Globe.
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$9 million worldwide on a $4 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 29K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Daniel Mann
- Marlon BrandoSakini
- Glenn FordCaptain Fisby
- Eddie AlbertCaptain McLean
- Paul FordWainwright Purdy III
- Machiko KyōLotus Blossom
- Harry MorganSergeant Gregovich
- Jun NegamiMr. Seiko
- Nijiko KiyokawaMiss Higa Jiga
- Mitsuko SawamuraLittle Girl
- Carlo FioreSoldier (uncredited)