A Geisha
1953, Japanese. Directed by Kenji Mizoguchi.
Fleeing a distressing family situation, Eiko, a very young girl, becomes an apprentice to Miyoharu, a veteran geisha. Both, determined to preserve their professional integrity, must face the selfishness and ambition of several petty people.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 12 August 1953
- Original title
- 祇園囃子
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Yoshikata Yoda, Matsutarô Kawaguchi
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A Geisha: quick answers
Is A Geisha worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 66 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Geisha?
A Geisha runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does A Geisha have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is A Geisha on?
A Geisha isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Geisha?
If you liked A Geisha, try The Life of Oharu, Sisters of the Gion, Osaka Elegy.
Who directed A Geisha?
A Geisha (1953) was directed by Kenji Mizoguchi and stars Michiyo Kogure, Ayako Wakao, Seizaburō Kawazu.