The Decoy
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About
Thriller about three escaped convicts, one of whom (Sato), plans to murder the wife of a detective (Ikebe) whom he blames for the suicide of his pregnant mistress.
Cast
Ryō Ikebe
as Detective Hoshino
Mitsuko Kusabue
as Setsuko (Hoshino’s wife)
Keiko Ieda
as Toshiko Horiuchi
Susumu Fujita
as Saitō (Chief Inspector)
Momoko Kôchi
as Ikuko Koide (Prosecutor’s daughter)
Makoto Satō
as Ryōsuke Yamashita (Escaped convict)
Kurôemon Onoe
as Senji Tabata (Escaped convict)
Chieko Nakakita
as Katsuko Horiuchi (Toshiko’s mother)
氏家真紀
as Mari (Bar woman)
Yoshibumi Tajima
as Tsurukichi Togawa (Escaped convict)
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Stream The Decoy online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about thriller movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1957, it's earned a solid 0.0/10 from 0 viewers worldwide.
About The Decoy
Thriller about three escaped convicts, one of whom (Sato), plans to murder the wife of a detective (Ikebe) whom he blames for the suicide of his pregnant mistress. Running 86 minutes.
The Decoy Cast and Characters
The cast features Ryō Ikebe (as Detective Hoshino), Mitsuko Kusabue (as Setsuko (Hoshino’s wife)), Keiko Ieda (as Toshiko Horiuchi), Susumu Fujita (as Saitō (Chief Inspector)), and Momoko Kôchi (as Ikuko Koide (Prosecutor’s daughter)). Their performances are a major reason The Decoy has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch The Decoy NowWhy People Are Watching The Decoy
The Decoy flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is tight pacing that earns its twists. 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 The Decoy
Where can I watch The Decoy online for free?
You can watch The Decoy 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 The Decoy?
The Decoy runs for 86 minutes (about 1.4 hour).
Is The Decoy good? What's the rating?
The Decoy holds a 0.0/10 rating based on 0 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of The Decoy?
The main cast includes Ryō Ikebe, Mitsuko Kusabue, Keiko Ieda, and Susumu Fujita, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Decoy available in Japanese?
Yes — The Decoy 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 The Decoy released?
The Decoy was released in 1957.
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Where can I watch The Decoy for free?
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What is The Decoy about?
The Decoy is a Thriller film. Thriller about three escaped convicts, one of whom (Sato), plans to murder the wife of a detective (Ikebe) whom he blames for the suicide of his pregnant mistress.
When was The Decoy released?
The Decoy was released on November 26, 1957. It has a runtime of 1h 26m. The film was produced by TOHO.
Who stars in The Decoy?
The Decoy stars Ryō Ikebe, Mitsuko Kusabue, Keiko Ieda and Susumu Fujita. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Decoy available in HD?
Yes, The Decoy 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.