A profoundly stirring evocation of elemental humanity and universal heartbreak, Tokyo Story is the crowning achievement of the unparalleled Yasujiro Ozu. The film, which follows an aging couple’s journey to visit their grown children in bustling postwar Tokyo, surveys the rich and complex world of family life with the director’s customary delicacy and incisive perspective on social mores. Featuring lovely performances from Ozu regulars Chishu Ryu and Setsuko Hara, Tokyo Story plumbs and deepens the director’s recurring theme of generational conflict, creating what is without question one of ci
Film details
- Year
- 1953
- Genre
- Drama, Family, War
- Source
- Internet Archive
- Rights
- Public domain — free to watch
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Tokyo Story for free?
You can stream Tokyo Story (1953) free and legally on alltube, via the Internet Archive.
Is Tokyo Story in the public domain?
Yes — it is in the public domain and can be watched and shared freely.
