Tora-san's Grand Scheme
1970, Japanese. Directed by Shun'ichi Kobayashi.
After winning big at the races, Torajiro Kuruma wants to take his aunt and uncle on a trip to Hawaii to partly pay the great filial debt he feels he owes them, but the plan hits a snag. Also, a pretty kindergarten teacher rents a room at Toraya.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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- Released
- 26 February 1970
- Original title
- 新・男はつらいよ
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Yoji Yamada, Akira Miyazaki
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Tora-san's Grand Scheme: quick answers
What should I watch before Tora-san's Grand Scheme?
Watch Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp (1969), Tora-san's Cherished Mother (1969), and Tora-san, His Tender Love (1970) first.
What comes after Tora-san's Grand Scheme?
Next in the series: Tora-san's Runaway (1970), Tora-san's Shattered Romance (1971), and Tora-san, the Good Samaritan (1971).
Is Tora-san's Grand Scheme worth watching?
Tora-san's Grand Scheme doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Tora-san's Grand Scheme?
Tora-san's Grand Scheme runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does Tora-san's Grand Scheme have a post-credits scene?
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Tora-san's Grand Scheme parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Tora-san's Grand Scheme on?
Tora-san's Grand Scheme isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 26 February 1970. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Tora-san's Grand Scheme?
If you liked Tora-san's Grand Scheme, try Psychic Kusuo, Detroit Metal City, Gabriel Iglesias: I'm Sorry for What I Said When I Was Hungry.
Who directed Tora-san's Grand Scheme?
Tora-san's Grand Scheme (1970) was directed by Shun'ichi Kobayashi and stars Kiyoshi Atsumi, Chieko Baisho, Komaki Kurihara.