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1949•122 min•Crime, Drama, Thriller

Stray Dog

Is Stray Dog a Hit or Flop?

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Is Stray Dog worth watching? With a rating of 7.538/10, this Crime, Drama, Thriller film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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Stray Dog Synopsis

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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Top Cast

Toshirō Mifune
Toshirō MifuneDet. Murakami
Takashi Shimura
Takashi ShimuraDet. Sato
Keiko Awaji
Keiko AwajiHarumi Namiki
Eiko Miyoshi
Eiko MiyoshiHarumi's mother
Noriko Sengoku
Noriko SengokuGirl
Noriko Honma
Noriko HonmaWooden Tub Shop woman
Reikichi Kawamura
Reikichi Kawamura
Chōko Iida
Chōko IidaKogetsu Hotel manager
Eijirō Tōno
Eijirō Tōno
Yasushi Nagata
Yasushi Nagata

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stray Dog worth watching?

Yes, Stray Dog is definitely worth watching! With a rating of 7.538/10, it's highly recommended for fans of Crime, Drama, Thriller movies.

Is Stray Dog hit or flop?

Based on audience ratings (7.538/10), Stray Dog is considered a hit among viewers.

What genre is Stray Dog?

Stray Dog is a Crime, Drama, Thriller movie that 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 underc...

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