Children on the Island
二十四の瞳
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About
The story of a teacher who comes to a village on the Inland Sea and the relationship that develops between her and her 12 pupils.
Cast
Yuko Tanaka
as Hisako Oishi
Misako Konno
as Masuno
Miho Takagi
as Matsue
Naoko Nozawa
as Sanae
Taro Kawano
as Isokichi
Makiko Otonashi
as Misako
Hazuki Kōzu
as Kotsuru
Tamiko Watanabe
as Kotoe
Tokie Hidari
as Kiyo
Akira Sakata
as Teacher
Chikako Yuri
as Mrs. Onago
Urara Sen
as Tamura
Sumie Sasaki
as Oishi's mother
Tetsuya Takeda
as Oishi's husband
Tetsuya Maruyama
as Daikichi Oishi
Aki Takejo
as Shopkeep
Nobuko Otowa
as Mistress
Tatsuo Matsumura
as Principal
Kenichi Urata
as Chiririnya
Hiromitsu Suzuki
as Musician
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Stream Children on the Island online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A highly acclaimed drama and history movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1987, it's earned a solid 10.0/10 from 1 viewers worldwide.
About Children on the Island
The story of a teacher who comes to a village on the Inland Sea and the relationship that develops between her and her 12 pupils. Running 129 minutes.
Children on the Island Cast and Characters
The cast features Yuko Tanaka (as Hisako Oishi), Misako Konno (as Masuno), Miho Takagi (as Matsue), Naoko Nozawa (as Sanae), and Taro Kawano (as Isokichi). Their performances are a major reason Children on the Island has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Children on the Island NowWhy People Are Watching Children on the Island
There's a reason Children on the Island keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. 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 Children on the Island
Where can I watch Children on the Island online for free?
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How long is Children on the Island?
Children on the Island runs for 129 minutes (about 2.2 hours).
Is Children on the Island good? What's the rating?
Children on the Island holds a 10.0/10 rating based on 1 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Children on the Island?
The main cast includes Yuko Tanaka, Misako Konno, Miho Takagi, and Naoko Nozawa, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Children on the Island available in Japanese?
Yes — Children on the Island 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 Children on the Island released?
Children on the Island was released in 1987.
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Where can I watch Children on the Island for free?
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What is Children on the Island about?
Children on the Island is a Drama/History film. The story of a teacher who comes to a village on the Inland Sea and the relationship that develops between her and her 12 pupils.
When was Children on the Island released?
Children on the Island was released on July 11, 1987. It has a runtime of 2h 9m. The film was produced by Shochiku Eizo Co., Ltd..
Who stars in Children on the Island?
Children on the Island stars Yuko Tanaka, Misako Konno, Miho Takagi and Naoko Nozawa. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Children on the Island available in HD?
Yes, Children on the Island 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.