The Barbarian and the Geisha
1958, English. Directed by John Huston.
The geisha girl they sent to love and to destroy the barbarian from the west!
Townsend Harris is sent by President Pierce to Japan to serve as the first U.S. Consul-General to that country. Harris discovers enormous hostility to foreigners, as well as the love of a young geisha.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 46 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Barbarian and the Geisha
The Barbarian and the Geisha isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 30 September 1958
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Charles Grayson, Ellis St. Joseph
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The Barbarian and the Geisha: quick answers
Is The Barbarian and the Geisha worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 46 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Barbarian and the Geisha?
The Barbarian and the Geisha runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does The Barbarian and the Geisha have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Barbarian and the Geisha. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Barbarian and the Geisha parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Barbarian and the Geisha is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Barbarian and the Geisha on?
The Barbarian and the Geisha isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Barbarian and the Geisha?
If you liked The Barbarian and the Geisha, try Memoirs of a Geisha, The Age of Innocence, Nobody Has to Know.
Who directed The Barbarian and the Geisha?
The Barbarian and the Geisha (1958) was directed by John Huston and stars John Wayne, Eiko Ando, Sam Jaffe.