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The Barbarian and the Geisha

1958Movie1 h 45 minNR

DramaRomance
47
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.8Rotten Tomatoes40%43%
47
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.8Rotten Tomatoes40%43%

Summary

Townsend Harris is sent by President Pierce to Japan to serve as the first U.S. Consul-General to that country. Harris discovers enormous hostility to foreigners, as well as the love of a young geisha.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Teens

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Not for scares, laughs or brutality.

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Cast

5 of 5

Crew

Directed by
John Huston
Written by
Ellis St. Joseph, Charles Grayson
Produced by
Eugene Frenke
Music by
Hugo Friedhofer

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Facts

September 30, 1958 · 1 h 45 min · NR

Released
September 30, 1958
Runtime
1 h 45 min
Age rating
NR
Genres
Drama, Romance
Original language
English
Also spoken
Japanese
Made in
United States
Available in
19 countries

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Questions about The Barbarian and the Geisha

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Where can I stream The Barbarian and the Geisha?

In the United States, you can rent or buy The Barbarian and the Geisha from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is The Barbarian and the Geisha worth watching?

47
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47 (IMDb 5.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 40%). Audiences rate it higher (51 out of 100) than critics (40).

Is The Barbarian and the Geisha okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is The Barbarian and the Geisha good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.