The Teahouse of the August Moon
1957, English. Directed by Daniel Mann.
All The Riotous Fun Of The Prize-Winning Stage Comedy!
In post-WWII Japan, an American captain is brought in to help build a school, but the locals want a teahouse instead.
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 46 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Teahouse of the August Moon
The Teahouse of the August Moon is streaming on YouTube TV in India.
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Cast & crew
- Daniel MannDirector
- Marlon BrandoSakini
- Glenn FordCaptain Fisby
- Eddie AlbertCaptain McLean
- Paul FordWainwright Purdy III
- Machiko KyōLotus Blossom
- Harry MorganSergeant Gregovich
- Jun NegamiMr. Seiko
- Nijiko KiyokawaMiss Higa Jiga
- Mitsuko SawamuraLittle Girl
- Carlo FioreSoldier (uncredited)
- Carlo FioreSoldier (uncredited)
- Harry Harvey Jr.Soldier (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 14 January 1957
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Patrick
- Budget
- $3.9M
- Box office
- $8.9M
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What The Teahouse of the August Moon is based on
The Teahouse of the August Moon is adapted from a play or musical.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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The Teahouse of the August Moon: quick answers
Is The Teahouse of the August Moon worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 46 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Teahouse of the August Moon?
The Teahouse of the August Moon runs 123 minutes (2h 3m).
Does The Teahouse of the August Moon have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Teahouse of the August Moon. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Teahouse of the August Moon parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Teahouse of the August Moon is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Teahouse of the August Moon on?
The Teahouse of the August Moon is streaming on YouTube TV in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Teahouse of the August Moon?
If you liked The Teahouse of the August Moon, try Duck Soup, Isle of Dogs, Sing.
Who directed The Teahouse of the August Moon?
The Teahouse of the August Moon (1957) was directed by Daniel Mann and stars Marlon Brando, Glenn Ford, Eddie Albert.
What is The Teahouse of the August Moon based on?
The Teahouse of the August Moon is adapted from a play or musical.