Railroad Man
鉄道員
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About
A railway stationmaster at a dying end-of-the-line village in Hokkaido is haunted by memories of his dead wife and daughter. When the railroad line is scheduled to be closed, he is offered a job at a hotel, but he is emotionally unable to part with his career as a railroader. His life takes a turn when he meets a young woman with an interest in trains who resembles his daughter.
Cast
Ken Takakura
as Otomatsu Sato
Hirosue Ryoko
as Yukiko Sato
Hidetaka Yoshioka
as Hideo Sugiura
Masanobu Ando
as Toshiyuki Yoshioka
Ken Shimura
as Hajime Yoshioka
Shinobu Otake
as Shizue Sato
Tomoko Naraoka
as Mune Kato
Yoshiko Tanaka
as Akiko Sugiura
Nenji Kobayashi
as Senji Sugiura
Eiji Bandō
as Mailman
Mitsuru Hirata
as Kawaguchi
Hirotaro Honda
as Miner
Renji Ishibashi
as Town Mayor
Kitaro
as Milkman
Shigeo Kobayashi
as Motorman
Rie Nakahara
as Clerk
Ken Nakamoto
as Iida
Yoji Tanaka
as
Sayaka Taniguchi
as
Sakuya Yamada
as
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Stream Railroad Man online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1999, it's earned a solid 7.1/10 from 45 viewers worldwide.
About Railroad Man
A railway stationmaster at a dying end-of-the-line village in Hokkaido is haunted by memories of his dead wife and daughter. When the railroad line is scheduled to be closed, he is offered a job at a hotel, but he is emotionally unable to part with his career as a railroader. His life takes a turn when he meets a young woman with an interest in trains who resembles his daughter. Running 112 minutes.
Railroad Man Cast and Characters
The cast features Ken Takakura (as Otomatsu Sato), Hirosue Ryoko (as Yukiko Sato), Hidetaka Yoshioka (as Hideo Sugiura), Masanobu Ando (as Toshiyuki Yoshioka), and Ken Shimura (as Hajime Yoshioka). Their performances are a major reason Railroad Man has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Railroad Man Online
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▶ Watch Railroad Man NowWhy People Are Watching Railroad Man
Railroad Man 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 Railroad Man
Where can I watch Railroad Man online for free?
You can watch Railroad 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 Railroad Man?
Railroad Man runs for 112 minutes (about 1.9 hours).
Is Railroad Man good? What's the rating?
Railroad Man holds a 7.1/10 rating based on 45 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Railroad Man?
The main cast includes Ken Takakura, Hirosue Ryoko, Hidetaka Yoshioka, and Masanobu Ando, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Railroad Man available in Japanese?
Yes — Railroad 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 Railroad Man released?
Railroad Man was released in 1999.
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Where can I watch Railroad Man for free?
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What is Railroad Man about?
Railroad Man is a Drama film. A railway stationmaster at a dying end-of-the-line village in Hokkaido is haunted by memories of his dead wife and daughter. When the railroad line is scheduled to be closed, he is offered a job at a hotel, but he is emotionally unable to part with his career as a railroader. His life takes a turn when he meets a young woman with an interest in trains who resembles his daughter.
When was Railroad Man released?
Railroad Man was released on June 5, 1999. It has a runtime of 1h 52m. The film was produced by Toei Company.
Who stars in Railroad Man?
Railroad Man stars Ken Takakura, Hirosue Ryoko, Hidetaka Yoshioka and Masanobu Ando. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Railroad Man available in HD?
Yes, Railroad 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.