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The Yakuza

"A man never forgets. A man pays his debts."

December 21, 1974 1h 52m 7.1/10 (203 votes)

Originally released in 1974. The Yakuza is a crime/drama film. directed by Sydney Pollack.

Starring Robert Mitchum, Ken Takakura, and Eiji Okada

Synopsis

When George Tanner does business with high-ranking Yakuza Tono, Tono kidnaps his daughter, and George summons his old friend, private eye Harry Kilmer, to Japan to investigate.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 21, 1974 51 years ago
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Runtime 1h 52m 112 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (203 votes)
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Budget $5M Production budget
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Box Office $1.5M 0.3x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$5,000,000
Revenue
$1,500,000

Production Companies

  • Warner Bros. Pictures
  • Toei Company

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Yakuza about?

When George Tanner does business with high-ranking Yakuza Tono, Tono kidnaps his daughter, and George summons his old friend, private eye Harry Kilmer, to Japan to investigate.

Who directed The Yakuza?

The Yakuza was directed by Sydney Pollack.

How long is The Yakuza?

The Yakuza has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).

When was The Yakuza released?

The Yakuza was released on December 21, 1974 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Yakuza?

The main cast of The Yakuza includes Robert Mitchum, Ken Takakura, Eiji Okada, Herb Edelman, Richard Jordan.

Is The Yakuza worth watching?

The Yakuza has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 203 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.