Kwaidan (1965)

After more than a decade of sober political dramas and socially minded period pieces, the great Japanese director Masaki Kobayashi shifted gears dramatically for this rapturously stylized quartet of ghost stories. Featuring colorfully surreal sets and luminous cinematography, these haunting tales of demonic comeuppance and spiritual trials, adapted from writer Lafcadio Hearn’s collections of Japanese folklore, are existentially frightening and meticulously crafted. This version of Kwaidan is the original three-hour cut, never before released in the United States.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Kwaidan for free?

You can stream Kwaidan (1965) free and legally on alltube, via the Internet Archive.

Is Kwaidan in the public domain?

Yes — it is in the public domain and can be watched and shared freely.