Good Morning (1959) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
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Good Morning (1959) Storyline
A lighthearted take on director Yasujiro Ozu’s perennial theme of the challenges of intergenerational relationships, Good Morning tells the story of two young boys who stop speaking in protest after their parents refuse to buy a television set. Ozu weaves a wealth of subtle gags through a family portrait as rich as those of his dramatic films, mocking the foibles of the adult world through the eyes of his child protagonists. Shot in stunning color and set in a suburb of Tokyo where housewives gossip about the neighbors’ new washing machine and unemployed husbands look for work as door-to-door salesmen, this charming comedy refashions Ozu’s own silent classic I Was Born, But . . . to gently satirize consumerism in postwar Japan.
Full Cast & Crew
- Keiji Sada as Heiichiro Fukui
- Yoshiko Kuga as Setsuko Arita
- Chishū Ryū as Keitaro Hayashi
- Kuniko Miyake as Tamiko Hayashi
- Haruko Sugimura as Kikue Haraguchi
- Kōji Shitara as Minoru Hayashi
- Masahiko Shimazu as Isamu Hayashi
- Kyōko Izumi as Midori Maruyama
- Taiji Tonoyama as Pushy Man
- Toyo Takahashi as Shige Okubo
- Sadako Sawamura as Kayoko Fukui
- Eijirō Tōno as Hiroshi Tomizawa
- Teruko Nagaoka as Toyoko Tomizawa
- Eiko Miyoshi as Mitsue Haraguchi
- Haruo Tanaka as Tatsuzo Haraguchi
Why Watch Good Morning?
The Vibe: Good Morning is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy and family and drama movie from 1959. Directed by Yasujirō Ozu, and starring Keiji Sada, Yoshiko Kuga, Chishū Ryū A lighthearted take on director Yasujiro Ozu’s perennial theme of the challenges of intergenerational relationships, Good Morning tells the story of two young boys who stop speaking in protest after their parents refuse to buy a television set.
Fan Reception: Boasting a solid score of 7.7/10, Good Morning delivers a polished experience that stands out in the crowded Comedy landscape.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy movies that blends comedy with family elements, Good Morning deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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Where to Watch Good Morning
Stream: HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Good Morning?
Good Morning is available to stream on HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel in the US.
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How long is Good Morning?
Good Morning has a runtime of 1 hour and 34 minutes.
Is Good Morning worth watching?
Good Morning is a Comedy, Family film released in 1959 with a rating of 7.7/10. It is highly rated by audiences and critics alike.
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