Stray Dog
野良犬
A bad day gets worse for young detective Murakami when a pickpocket steals his gun on a hot, crowded bus. Desperate to right the wrong, he goes undercover, scavenging Tokyo’s sweltering streets for the stray dog whose desperation has led him to a life of crime. With each step, cop and criminal’s lives become more intertwined and the investigation becomes an examination of Murakami’s own dark side.
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Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV, Criterion Channel, Darkroom, Fawesome, and Plex.
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Stray Dog (1949) Original Trailer [4K]
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Frequently asked questions about Stray Dog
Where can I watch Stray Dog in the United States?
Stray Dog is available to stream on fuboTV, Criterion Channel, Darkroom, Fawesome, and Plex in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Stray Dog for free?
Stray Dog streams free with ads in the United States on Darkroom, Fawesome, and Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Stray Dog?
Stray Dog scores 7.6 on The Movie Database, 7.8 on IMDb, and 91% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in Stray Dog?
Stray Dog stars Toshirō Mifune, Takashi Shimura, Keiko Awaji, Eiko Miyoshi, and Noriko Sengoku. Akira Kurosawa is the director.
How long is Stray Dog?
Stray Dog runs 2h 2m (122 minutes).
When did Stray Dog come out?
Stray Dog was released on October 17, 1949.
Which studio made Stray Dog?
Stray Dog was produced by Film Art Association and Shintoho Company in Japan.
How much did Stray Dog make at the box office?
Stray Dog grossed $47,005 worldwide.
What language is Stray Dog in?
Stray Dog is in Japanese, and its original title is 野良犬.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.