Proof of the Man
人間の証明
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When an American is murdered in a Japanese inn, Tokyo police detective Munesue follows the trail of the killer to New York. There he is joined by a New York City detective named Shuftan and together they sort out the crime.
Cast
Mariko Okada
as Kyoko Yasugi
George Kennedy
as Ken Shuftan
Yūsaku Matsuda
as Detective Munesue
Hajime Hana
as
Broderick Crawford
as Detective O'Brien
Joe Yamanaka
as Johnny Hayward
Koichi Iwaki
as Kyohei Kori
Keiko Takeshita
as Shizue Nakayama
Ryoko Sakaguchi
as Sumiko
Junko Takazawa
as
Sherry
as Waitress
Janet Hatta
as Yukiko Mishima
Bunjaku Han
as Naomi
Isao Natsuyagi
as Takashi Niimi
Kōji Wada
as
Hideo Murota
as
Mizuho Suzuki
as
Toru Minegishi
as
Takeo Chii
as
Hideji Ōtaki
as
Where does Proof of the Man rank today?
Proof of the Man is #4749 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
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Stream Proof of the Man online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama, crime, and mystery movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1977, it's earned a solid 7.8/10 from 17 viewers worldwide.
About Proof of the Man
When an American is murdered in a Japanese inn, Tokyo police detective Munesue follows the trail of the killer to New York. There he is joined by a New York City detective named Shuftan and together they sort out the crime. Running 132 minutes.
Proof of the Man Cast and Characters
The cast features Mariko Okada (as Kyoko Yasugi), George Kennedy (as Ken Shuftan), Yūsaku Matsuda (as Detective Munesue), Hajime Hana, and Broderick Crawford (as Detective O'Brien). Their performances are a major reason Proof of the Man has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Proof of the Man NowWhy People Are Watching Proof of the Man
There's a reason Proof of the Man keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Proof of the Man
Where can I watch Proof of the Man online for free?
You can watch Proof of the Man 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 Proof of the Man?
Proof of the Man runs for 132 minutes (about 2.2 hours).
Is Proof of the Man good? What's the rating?
Proof of the Man holds a 7.8/10 rating based on 17 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Proof of the Man?
The main cast includes Mariko Okada, George Kennedy, Yūsaku Matsuda, and Hajime Hana, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Proof of the Man available in Japanese?
Yes — Proof of the Man 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 Proof of the Man released?
Proof of the Man was released in 1977.
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Where can I watch Proof of the Man for free?
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What is Proof of the Man about?
Proof of the Man is a Drama/Crime film. When an American is murdered in a Japanese inn, Tokyo police detective Munesue follows the trail of the killer to New York. There he is joined by a New York City detective named Shuftan and together they sort out the crime.
When was Proof of the Man released?
Proof of the Man was released on October 8, 1977. It has a runtime of 2h 12m. The film was produced by KADOKAWA.
Who stars in Proof of the Man?
Proof of the Man stars Mariko Okada, George Kennedy, Yūsaku Matsuda and Hajime Hana. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Proof of the Man available in HD?
Yes, Proof of the Man 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.