The Desperate
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About
A noir drama depicting the downfall of a veteran detective who hates evil and falls into its depths. Ace detective Sugai pursues Chiyo, the mistress of a man who was arrested for extortion, and takes advantage of her weakness. However, as his colleague Tokumochi and others regard him with suspicion, he is tormented by remorse.
Cast
Minoru Ōki
as Chief Detective Sugai
Chisako Hara
as Chiyo Miyasaka
Shoji Nakayama
as Detective Yasuda
Kō Nishimura
as Yamaguchi
Kunie Tanaka
as Chiba
Hideo Murota
as Tomita
Masaya Takahashi
as Chief Morito
Hisashi Igawa
as Detective Tokumochi
Taiji Tonoyama
as Chief Osawa
Masao Oda
as Detective Koshiki
Takashi Kanda
as Chiba
Yuji Takashiro
as
Fumitake Ōmura
as Detective Seo
Seiichirō Kameishi
as Detective Abe
Shunji Kasuga
as Kawakami's Lawyer
Shigemi Kitahara
as
Gen Takamori
as
Kyoko Shinobazu
as Shigeko Odagiri
Keiji Takagi
as Detective Yasuda
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About The Desperate
A noir drama depicting the downfall of a veteran detective who hates evil and falls into its depths. Ace detective Sugai pursues Chiyo, the mistress of a man who was arrested for extortion, and takes advantage of her weakness. However, as his colleague Tokumochi and others regard him with suspicion, he is tormented by remorse. Running 94 minutes.
The Desperate Cast and Characters
The cast features Minoru Ōki (as Chief Detective Sugai), Chisako Hara (as Chiyo Miyasaka), Shoji Nakayama (as Detective Yasuda), Kō Nishimura (as Yamaguchi), and Kunie Tanaka (as Chiba). Their performances are a major reason The Desperate has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch The Desperate NowWhy People Are Watching The Desperate
The Desperate 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 The Desperate
Where can I watch The Desperate online for free?
You can watch The Desperate 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 Desperate?
The Desperate runs for 94 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is The Desperate good? What's the rating?
The Desperate holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 2 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Desperate?
The main cast includes Minoru Ōki, Chisako Hara, Shoji Nakayama, and Kō Nishimura, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Desperate available in Japanese?
Yes — The Desperate 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 Desperate released?
The Desperate was released in 1964.
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Where can I watch The Desperate for free?
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What is The Desperate about?
The Desperate is a Drama/Crime film. A noir drama depicting the downfall of a veteran detective who hates evil and falls into its depths. Ace detective Sugai pursues Chiyo, the mistress of a man who was arrested for extortion, and takes advantage of her weakness. However, as his colleague Tokumochi and others regard him with suspicion, he is tormented by remorse.
When was The Desperate released?
The Desperate was released on April 18, 1964. It has a runtime of 1h 34m. The film was produced by Toei Company.
Who stars in The Desperate?
The Desperate stars Minoru Ōki, Chisako Hara, Shoji Nakayama and Kō Nishimura. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Desperate available in HD?
Yes, The Desperate 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.