Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy
1986, Japanese. Directed by Yoji Yamada.
During his travels, Tora-san comes across a traditional theater he used to visit, and discovers that one of his old friends has died. Tora-san and his family help the friend's daughter, who becomes romantically involved with an aspiring artist.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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- Released
- 20 December 1986
- Original title
- 男はつらいよ 幸福の青い鳥
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Yoshitaka Asama, Yoji Yamada
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Tora-san's Love in Osaka
1981 · 9.0/10
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Tora-san's Promise
1981 · 8.7/10
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Hearts and Flowers for Tora-san
1982 · 8.0/10
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Tora-san, the Expert
1982 · 8.7/10
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Tora-san's Song of Love
1983 · 8.3/10
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Tora-san Goes Religious?
1983 · 7.7/10
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Marriage Counselor Tora-san
1984 · 8.0/10
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Tora-san's Forbidden Love
1984 · 8.0/10
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Tora-san, the Go-Between
1985 · 6.9/10
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Tora-san's Island Encounter
1985 · 8.3/10
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Tora-san Goes North
1987 · 9.0/10
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1987 · 8.3/10
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1988 · 8.3/10
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1989 · 8.7/10
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Tora-san, My Uncle
1989 · 8.2/10
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Tora-san Takes a Vacation
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Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy: quick answers
What should I watch before Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy?
Watch Marriage Counselor Tora-san (1984), Tora-san's Forbidden Love (1984), Tora-san, the Go-Between (1985), and Tora-san's Island Encounter (1985) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy?
Next in the series: Tora-san Goes North (1987), Tora-san Plays Daddy (1987), and Tora-san's Salad-Day Memorial (1988).
Is Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy worth watching?
Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy?
Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy on?
Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 20 December 1986. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy?
If you liked Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy, try Psychic Kusuo, Driver's Ed, Detroit Metal City.
Who directed Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy?
Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy (1986) was directed by Yoji Yamada and stars Kiyoshi Atsumi, Chieko Baisho, Etsuko Shihomi.