How the Bell of Liberty Rings
Set during Japan's Bakumatsu period, the film follows Fukuzawa Yukichi, a poor samurai's son who defies societal norms to study Dutch and English. Despite facing opposition from his family and nationalist factions, he founds Keio University, becoming a key figure in Japan's modernization amid political turmoil.
Top cast
Hiroshi Nihon'yanagiMasujiro Ohmura
Chieko HigashiyamaYukichi's Mother Ojun
Chieko NakakitaTau
Fuyuki MurakamiYoshimasu Takahashi
Akira TakaradaMasuda Sotaro- Kurôemon OnoeYukichi Fukuzawa
- Shizuko AzumaYukichi's Wife Nishiki
Yoshiko KayamaEldest daughter Ichitaro- Masayuki OhtaSecond son: Sutejiro
- Mitsuo SugimotoYukichi's older brother Sannosuke
- Yûko Togawasister-in-law
Toranosuke Ogawauncle
Below are the streaming services currently carrying the movie “How the Bell of Liberty Rings” in Canada, along with how each offers it (subscription, buy, or rent) and a direct link. Licensing differs by market, so availability in Canada can differ from other countries.
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Not currently available on the supported providers in Canada.
Availability can change as licenses rotate — confirm on the provider’s page before subscribing. Last checked: 14 Sept 2026.