Wife
妻
“Is this the way every woman, every wife, has to take?”
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Ten years into a marriage, the wife is disappointed by the husband's lack of financial success, meaning she has to work and can't treat herself and the husband finds the wife slovenly and mean-spirited: she neither cooks not cleans particularly well and is generally disagreeable. In turn, he alternately ignores her and treats her as a servant. Neither is particularly happy, not helped by their unsatisfactory lodgers. The husband is easily seduced by an ex-colleague, a widow with a small child who needs some security, and considers leaving his wife.
Cast
Mieko Takamine
as Mihoko Nakagawa
Ken Uehara
as Toichi, Mihoko's husband
Rentaro Mikuni
as Tadashi Tanimura
Michiyo Aratama
as Yoshimi Niemura
Chieko Nakakita
as Eiko Matsuyama
Sanae Takasugi
as Setsuko Sakurai
Yatsuko Tan'ami
as Fusako Sagara
Hajime Izu
as Hirohisa Matsuyama
Yoshiko Tsubouchi
as Taeko Niemura
Tatsuya Ishiguro
as
Akira Tani
as Kito
Noriko Honma
as
Masao Shimizu
as
Sadako Kimura
as
Eiji Koyama
as
Masakichi Mitsui
as
Hideko Ebata
as
Tsuruko Mano
as
Toyomi Shiozawa
as
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Stream Wife online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1953, it's earned a solid 7.2/10 from 11 viewers worldwide.
About Wife
“Is this the way every woman, every wife, has to take?”
Ten years into a marriage, the wife is disappointed by the husband's lack of financial success, meaning she has to work and can't treat herself and the husband finds the wife slovenly and mean-spirited: she neither cooks not cleans particularly well and is generally disagreeable. In turn, he alternately ignores her and treats her as a servant. Neither is particularly happy, not helped by their unsatisfactory lodgers. The husband is easily seduced by an ex-colleague, a widow with a small child who needs some security, and considers leaving his wife. Running 96 minutes.
Wife Cast and Characters
The cast features Mieko Takamine (as Mihoko Nakagawa), Ken Uehara (as Toichi, Mihoko's husband), Rentaro Mikuni (as Tadashi Tanimura), Michiyo Aratama (as Yoshimi Niemura), and Chieko Nakakita (as Eiko Matsuyama). Their performances are a major reason Wife has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Wife Online
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▶ Watch Wife NowWhy People Are Watching Wife
Wife 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wife
Where can I watch Wife online for free?
You can watch Wife online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Wife?
Wife runs for 96 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is Wife good? What's the rating?
Wife holds a 7.2/10 rating based on 11 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Wife?
The main cast includes Mieko Takamine, Ken Uehara, Rentaro Mikuni, and Michiyo Aratama, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Wife available in Japanese?
Yes — Wife 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 Wife released?
Wife was released in 1953.
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What is Wife about?
Wife is a Drama film. Ten years into a marriage, the wife is disappointed by the husband's lack of financial success, meaning she has to work and can't treat herself and the husband finds the wife slovenly and mean-spirited: she neither cooks not cleans particularly well and is generally disagreeable. In turn, he alternately ignores her and treats her as a servant. Neither is particularly happy, not helped by their unsatisfactory lodgers. The husband is easily seduced by an ex-colleague, a widow with a small child who needs some security, and considers leaving his wife.
When was Wife released?
Wife was released on April 29, 1953. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. The film was produced by TOHO.
Who stars in Wife?
Wife stars Mieko Takamine, Ken Uehara, Rentaro Mikuni and Michiyo Aratama. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Wife available in HD?
Yes, Wife is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.