Sayonara
Air Force Major Lloyd Gruver is reassigned to a Japanese air base and is confronted with US racial prejudice against the Japanese people. The issue is compounded because a number of the soldiers become romantically involved with Japanese women, in defiance of US military policy. Ordinarily, a by-the-book officer, Gruver must take a position when a buddy of his, an enlisted man, Joe Kelly, falls in love with a Japanese woman, Katsumi, and marries her. Gruver risks his position by serving as best man at the wedding ceremony.
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Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, Hoopla, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV.
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Frequently asked questions about Sayonara
Where can I watch Sayonara in the United States?
Sayonara is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, Hoopla, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Sayonara on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. Sayonara is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside YouTube TV, Hoopla, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV.
Can I watch Sayonara for free?
Sayonara streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Sayonara?
Sayonara scores 6.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Sayonara?
Sayonara stars Marlon Brando, Patricia Owens, James Garner, Martha Scott, and Miiko Taka. Joshua Logan is the director.
How long is Sayonara?
Sayonara runs 2h 27m (147 minutes).
When did Sayonara come out?
Sayonara was released on December 25, 1957.
Which studio made Sayonara?
Sayonara was produced by Pennebaker Productions, William Goetz Productions, and Warner Bros. Pictures in the United States.
What languages is Sayonara in?
Sayonara is in English and Japanese, and its original language is English.
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