The Man Who Stole the Sun (1979) — Where to watch: streaming availability & viewing options
Quick overview
If you're browsing genre titles, The Man Who Stole the Sun (1979) is the kind of pick that keeps things moving without overcomplicating the premise. It favors steady pacing and a few well-timed beats over constant escalation, which makes it easy to follow. The cast—featuring Kenji Sawada, Bunta Sugawara, and Kimiko Ikegami—helps anchor the story and sell the character chemistry. Ratings hover around 3.7/10, and it’s likely to land best with fans of the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date—check this page for the latest availability.
The Man Who Stole the Sun (1979)
Taiyô wo nusunda otoko, The Man Who Stole the Sun, Taiyō o nusunda otoko, Der Mann, der die Sonne stahl-
Released: October 6, 1979
Runtime: 147 min
: 3.7/10 from 35 votes
A high school science teacher is the butt of all his students' jokes, until their bus is hijacked on a school trip. But something more sinister lurks beneath the surface: he's building an atomic bomb in his apartment.
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