Stray Dog
1949, Japanese. Directed by Akira Kurosawa.
The Suspense Filled Story of 7 Bullets!
A bad day gets worse for young detective Murakami when a pickpocket steals his gun on a hot, crowded bus. Desperate to right the wrong, he goes undercover, scavenging Tokyo’s sweltering streets for the stray dog whose desperation has led him to a life of crime. With each step, cop and criminal’s lives become more intertwined and the investigation becomes an examination of Murakami’s own dark side.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
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7.6/10 from 384 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Stray Dog
Stray Dog isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 17 October 1949
- Original title
- 野良犬
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Akira Kurosawa, Ryuzo Kikushima
- Box office
- $47K
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Stray Dog: quick answers
Is Stray Dog worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 384 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Stray Dog?
Stray Dog runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does Stray Dog have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Stray Dog. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Stray Dog parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Stray Dog yet.
Which OTT platform is Stray Dog on?
Stray Dog isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like Stray Dog?
If you liked Stray Dog, try High and Low, Panic in the Streets, The Maltese Falcon.
Who directed Stray Dog?
Stray Dog (1949) was directed by Akira Kurosawa and stars Toshirō Mifune, Takashi Shimura, Keiko Awaji.