Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence
戦場のメリークリスマス
“Java, 1942 — A clash of cultures, a test of the human spirit.”
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Island of Java, 1942, during World War II. British Major Jack Celliers arrives at a Japanese prison camp, run by the strict Captain Yonoi. Colonel John Lawrence, who has a profound knowledge of Japanese culture, and Sergeant Hara, brutal and simpleton, will witness the struggle of wills between two men from very different backgrounds who are tragically destined to clash.
Cast
David Bowie
as Celliers
Tom Conti
as Lawrence
Ryuichi Sakamoto
as Yonoi
Takeshi Kitano
as Hara
Jack Thompson
as Hicksley
Johnny Ohkura
as Kanemoto
Alistair Browning
as De Jong
James Malcolm
as Celliers' Brother
Chris Broun
as Celliers (12 Years)
Yuya Uchida
as Commandant of Military Prison
Ryūnosuke Kaneda
as President of the Court
Takashi Naito
as Lieutenant Iwata
Tamio Ishikura
as Prosecutor
Rokkō Toura
as Interpreter
Kan Mikami
as Lieutenant Itō
Yūji Honma
as PFC Yajima
Daisuke Iijima
as Corporal Ueki
Hideo Murota
as New Commandant of Camp
Barry Dorking
as Chief Doctor
Geoff Clendon
as Australian Doctor
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Stream Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama, history, and war movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1983, it's earned a solid 7.3/10 from 520 viewers worldwide.
About Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence
“Java, 1942 — A clash of cultures, a test of the human spirit.”
Island of Java, 1942, during World War II. British Major Jack Celliers arrives at a Japanese prison camp, run by the strict Captain Yonoi. Colonel John Lawrence, who has a profound knowledge of Japanese culture, and Sergeant Hara, brutal and simpleton, will witness the struggle of wills between two men from very different backgrounds who are tragically destined to clash. Running 124 minutes.
Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence Cast and Characters
The cast features David Bowie (as Celliers), Tom Conti (as Lawrence), Ryuichi Sakamoto (as Yonoi), Takeshi Kitano (as Hara), and Jack Thompson (as Hicksley). Their performances are a major reason Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence has built such a passionate audience.
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Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence online for free?
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How long is Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence?
Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence runs for 124 minutes (about 2.1 hours).
Is Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence good? What's the rating?
Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence holds a 7.3/10 rating based on 520 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence?
The main cast includes David Bowie, Tom Conti, Ryuichi Sakamoto, and Takeshi Kitano, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence available in Japanese?
Yes — Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence was originally produced in Japanese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence released?
Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence was released in 1983.
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Where can I watch Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence for free?
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What is Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence about?
Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence is a Drama/History film. Island of Java, 1942, during World War II. British Major Jack Celliers arrives at a Japanese prison camp, run by the strict Captain Yonoi. Colonel John Lawrence, who has a profound knowledge of Japanese culture, and Sergeant Hara, brutal and simpleton, will witness the struggle of wills between two men from very different backgrounds who are tragically destined to clash.
When was Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence released?
Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence was released on May 28, 1983. It has a runtime of 2h 4m. The film was produced by Recorded Picture Company.
Who stars in Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence?
Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence stars David Bowie, Tom Conti, Ryuichi Sakamoto and Takeshi Kitano. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence available in HD?
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