Barefoot Gen
1976, Japanese. Directed by Tengo Yamada.
First live action adaptation of Keiji Nakazawa's manga.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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Details
- Released
- 24 January 1976
- Original title
- はだしのゲン
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Tengo Yamada
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What Barefoot Gen is based on
Barefoot Gen is based on Barefoot Gen, a manga series by Keiji Nakazawa.
Manga series
Barefoot Gen
By Keiji Nakazawa
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Barefoot Gen: quick answers
What comes after Barefoot Gen?
Next in the series: Barefoot Gen: Explosion of Tears (1977) and Barefoot Gen Part 3: Battle of Hiroshima (1980).
Is Barefoot Gen worth watching?
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How long is Barefoot Gen?
Barefoot Gen runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does Barefoot Gen have a post-credits scene?
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Barefoot Gen parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Barefoot Gen on?
Barefoot Gen isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 24 January 1976. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Barefoot Gen?
If you liked Barefoot Gen, try Jacknife, Waiting for Anya, Birdy.
Who directed Barefoot Gen?
Barefoot Gen (1976) was directed by Tengo Yamada and stars Kenta Sato, Rentaro Mikuni, Sachiko Hidari.
What is Barefoot Gen based on?
Barefoot Gen is based on Barefoot Gen, a manga series by Keiji Nakazawa.