Street of Shame
1956, Japanese. Directed by Kenji Mizoguchi.
Men were their prey! Beauty was their lure!
Follows five prostitutes employed at a Japanese brothel while the nation debates the passage of an anti-prostitution law.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
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Details
- Released
- 18 March 1956
- Original title
- 赤線地帯
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Masashige Narusawa
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What Street of Shame is based on
Street of Shame is adapted from a novel.
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Street of Shame: quick answers
Is Street of Shame worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 159 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Street of Shame?
Street of Shame runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
Does Street of Shame have a post-credits scene?
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Street of Shame parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Street of Shame on?
Street of Shame isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Street of Shame?
If you liked Street of Shame, try Gate of Flesh, Gate of Flesh, Sakuran.
Who directed Street of Shame?
Street of Shame (1956) was directed by Kenji Mizoguchi and stars Machiko Kyō, Ayako Wakao, Michiyo Kogure.
What is Street of Shame based on?
Street of Shame is adapted from a novel.