Plot — What is Night Drum about?
Following a yearlong attendance upon his shogun in Edo, samurai Hikokuro makes a long-awaited return to his home and doting wife, Dane. Initially greeted by the effusive welcome of his family, spiteful whispers also reach his ear about an adulterous affair carried on, in his long absence, between his wife and a famous drummer. With Hikokuro’s honor imperiled by rumor, his family insists on a formal investigation into the veracity of the gossip. Through the combined testimony of many witnesses, a tale unwinds around the visits of a traveling musician hired to tutor the family heir, the spurned attentions of the man who started the rumor, and the ultimate truth behind the accusations. The conclusion of events prove as much an indictment of bushidō as it is of the reluctant parties involved. Adapted from a 1706 play by Chikamatsu Monzaemon and based on a true case.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1958 |
| Genre | Drama, History |
| Language | Japanese |
| Runtime | 95 min |
| Audience Score | 59% (5.9/10, 14 votes) |
Night Drum — FAQ
Is Night Drum worth watching? Night Drum holds a 5.9/10 rating from 14 viewers. Following a yearlong attendance upon his shogun in Edo, samurai Hikokuro makes a long-awaited return to his home and doting wife, Dane. Initially greeted by the effusive welcome of his family, spiteful whispers also reac
Who directed Night Drum? Directed by Tadashi Imai.
Who is in the cast of Night Drum? It stars Rentaro Mikuni, Ineko Arima, Masayuki Mori, Sumiko Hidaka, Keiko Yukishiro, Tomoko Naraoka and more.
Where can I stream Night Drum? You can stream Night Drum on Criterion Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did Night Drum release? It released in 1958.
