The Big Wave
Storyline
Yukio, a farm boy, and Toru, a fisherboy, live in a small Japanese village that is periodically threatened by a volcano on one side and tidal waves on the other. Yukio's younger sister Setsu follows then and dreams of becoming a pearl diver. Toru is preparing to go fishing with his father when a bell tolls and a danger flag is hung high on the hill behind the village to warn of an impending tidal wave by the village patriarch, known as Old Gentleman.
Production
TOHOCast
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Big Wave released?+
The Big Wave was released on April 2, 1961.
Who directed The Big Wave?+
The Big Wave was directed by Tad Danielewski.
Who stars in The Big Wave?+
The main cast of The Big Wave includes Jūzō Itami, Mickey Curtis, Heihachirō Ōkawa, Chieko Murata.
How long is The Big Wave?+
The Big Wave has a runtime of 1h 13m.
What genre is The Big Wave?+
The Big Wave is classified as Drama.
What is the rating of The Big Wave?+
The Big Wave has an average audience rating of 10.0 out of 10, based on 1 votes.
How to watch The Big Wave online?+
The Big Wave (1961) is not yet confirmed on a major streaming platform. Its OTT release and where to watch it online will be updated here as soon as streaming details are announced.
Is The Big Wave available on any streaming platform?+
The Big Wave is not available on streaming platforms yet. We track its OTT and streaming release, so check back for updates on where it will be available online.
What is the OTT release date of The Big Wave?+
The Big Wave had its theatrical/initial release on April 2, 1961. Its OTT (streaming) release date will be listed here once a platform confirms it.
