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19782h 18m7.3(4)

The Incident

事件

DramaCrimeMystery
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1978-06-03
2h 18m
JA
Released
Shochiku

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The body of Sakai Hatsuko, a woman of 23 who has been slain with a knife, has been found in a forest. Some days later, Ueda Hiroshi, a 19-year-old shipyard worker, is arrested and charged with the murder. At Ueda's trial, a complex story unfolds.

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Stream The Incident online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama, crime, and mystery movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1978, it's earned a solid 7.3/10 from 4 viewers worldwide.

About The Incident

The body of Sakai Hatsuko, a woman of 23 who has been slain with a knife, has been found in a forest. Some days later, Ueda Hiroshi, a 19-year-old shipyard worker, is arrested and charged with the murder. At Ueda's trial, a complex story unfolds. Running 138 minutes.

The Incident Cast and Characters

The cast features Tetsuro Tamba (as Lawyer Kikuchi), Shinsuke Ashida (as DA Okabe), Shinobu Otake (as Yoshiko Sakai), Toshiyuki Nagashima (as Hiroshi Ueda), and Keiko Matsuzaka (as Hatsuko Sakai). Their performances are a major reason The Incident has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Incident

The Incident flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and 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.

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Where can I watch The Incident online for free?

You can watch The Incident 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 Incident?

The Incident runs for 138 minutes (about 2.3 hours).

Is The Incident good? What's the rating?

The Incident holds a 7.3/10 rating based on 4 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of The Incident?

The main cast includes Tetsuro Tamba, Shinsuke Ashida, Shinobu Otake, and Toshiyuki Nagashima, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Incident available in Japanese?

Yes — The Incident 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 Incident released?

The Incident was released in 1978.

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Where can I watch The Incident for free?

You can watch The Incident (1978) online for free on Bowood.TV. Just click "Watch Free" on this page to start streaming instantly — no account, subscription, or downloads required.

What is The Incident about?

The Incident is a Drama/Crime film. The body of Sakai Hatsuko, a woman of 23 who has been slain with a knife, has been found in a forest. Some days later, Ueda Hiroshi, a 19-year-old shipyard worker, is arrested and charged with the murder. At Ueda's trial, a complex story unfolds.

When was The Incident released?

The Incident was released on June 3, 1978. It has a runtime of 2h 18m. The film was produced by Shochiku.

Who stars in The Incident?

The Incident stars Tetsuro Tamba, Shinsuke Ashida, Shinobu Otake and Toshiyuki Nagashima. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Incident available in HD?

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