Good-for-Nothing
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Yoshida's first feature follows the lives of young students against a background of jazz, emptiness and boredom. The plot is fairly simple: a "good-for-nothing" from a poor background falls in love with the young secretary of his rich friend's father. The woman senses good in him and tries to lead him on the right path.
Cast
Masahiko Tsugawa
as
Yūsuke Kawazu
as Toshio Akiyama
Hizuru Takachiho
as Ikuko Makino
Junichiro Yamashita
as Morishita
Yosuke Hayashi
as Fujieda
Kakuko Chino
as Hisako Makino
Fumio Watanabe
as
Masao Mishima
as Kensaku Kitajima
Shōji Yasui
as
Hiromi Sakaki
as
Kei Satō
as
Keizo Sasagawa
as
Keiko Wakaba
as Midori
Yôji Doki
as Executive A
Isao Suenaga
as Executive B
Noboru Endo
as
Masanao Kawakane
as
Kenji Tsukishima
as
Yoshihide Satō
as
Koji Morito
as
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Good-for-Nothing is #10000 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
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Stream Good-for-Nothing online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular drama and crime movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1960, it's earned a solid 6.9/10 from 15 viewers worldwide.
About Good-for-Nothing
Yoshida's first feature follows the lives of young students against a background of jazz, emptiness and boredom. The plot is fairly simple: a "good-for-nothing" from a poor background falls in love with the young secretary of his rich friend's father. The woman senses good in him and tries to lead him on the right path. Running 88 minutes.
Good-for-Nothing Cast and Characters
The cast features Masahiko Tsugawa, Yūsuke Kawazu (as Toshio Akiyama), Hizuru Takachiho (as Ikuko Makino), Junichiro Yamashita (as Morishita), and Yosuke Hayashi (as Fujieda). Their performances are a major reason Good-for-Nothing has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Good-for-Nothing NowWhy People Are Watching Good-for-Nothing
Good-for-Nothing 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Good-for-Nothing
Where can I watch Good-for-Nothing online for free?
You can watch Good-for-Nothing 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 Good-for-Nothing?
Good-for-Nothing runs for 88 minutes (about 1.5 hour).
Is Good-for-Nothing good? What's the rating?
Good-for-Nothing holds a 6.9/10 rating based on 15 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Good-for-Nothing?
The main cast includes Masahiko Tsugawa, Yūsuke Kawazu, Hizuru Takachiho, and Junichiro Yamashita, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Good-for-Nothing available in Japanese?
Yes — Good-for-Nothing 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 Good-for-Nothing released?
Good-for-Nothing was released in 1960.
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Where can I watch Good-for-Nothing for free?
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What is Good-for-Nothing about?
Good-for-Nothing is a Drama/Crime film. Yoshida's first feature follows the lives of young students against a background of jazz, emptiness and boredom. The plot is fairly simple: a "good-for-nothing" from a poor background falls in love with the young secretary of his rich friend's father. The woman senses good in him and tries to lead him on the right path.
When was Good-for-Nothing released?
Good-for-Nothing was released on July 5, 1960. It has a runtime of 1h 28m. The film was produced by Shochiku.
Who stars in Good-for-Nothing?
Good-for-Nothing stars Masahiko Tsugawa, Yūsuke Kawazu, Hizuru Takachiho and Junichiro Yamashita. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Good-for-Nothing available in HD?
Yes, Good-for-Nothing 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.