Set during World War II, this film delivers a compelling character-driven drama rather than a typical spy thriller, focusing on emotional conflict and moral dilemmas. With authentic period details and stellar performances—especially from Yu Aoi, whose nuanced portrayal earned her critical acclaim—the film immerses viewers in its tense historical setting. Despite a slow start and limited backstory for some…
Who should I trust?
It’s 1940, and the population of Japan is divided over its entry into World War II. Satoko, the wife of a fabric merchant, is devoted to her husband but is beginning to suspect he’s up to something. Soon she allows herself to be drawn into a game in which she enigmatically conceals her intentions.
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Yu Aoi
Satoko Fukuhara
Issey Takahashi
Yūsaku Fukuhara
Masahiro Higashide
Yasuharu Tsumori
Ryota Bando
Fumio Takeshita
Yuri Tsunematsu
Komako
Hyunri
Hiroko Kusakabe
Takashi Sasano
Doctor Nozaki
Sakichi Sato
Street vendor
Chuck Johnson
Bob
Maki Nishiyama
Minosuke
Kanemura
Nihi
Foreign Business Supplier
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What is Wife of a Spy about?
It’s 1940, and the population of Japan is divided over its entry into World War II. Satoko, the wife of a fabric merchant, is devoted to her husband but is beginning to suspect he’s up to something. Soon she allows herself to be drawn into a game in which she enigmatically…
When was Wife of a Spy released?
Wife of a Spy was released in 2020.
What genres does Wife of a Spy belong to?
Wife of a Spy is categorised as Drama, War, Thriller.
Who stars in Wife of a Spy?
The cast of Wife of a Spy includes Yu Aoi, Issey Takahashi, Masahiro Higashide, Ryota Bando, Yuri Tsunematsu.