Maiko and the Assassin movie poster

Maiko and the Assassin

August 28, 1963 1h 15m

Originally released in 1963. Maiko and the Assassin is a history/romance film. directed by Kenji Misumi. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Miwa Takada, Masahiko Tsugawa, and Tomisaburō Wakayama

Synopsis

19th century Japan, at the end of the Edo period. A samurai falls in love with a young woman while taking up arms to overthrow the local shogunate.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 28, 1963 62 years ago
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Runtime 1h 15m 75 minutes total
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Daiei Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maiko and the Assassin about?

19th century Japan, at the end of the Edo period. A samurai falls in love with a young woman while taking up arms to overthrow the local shogunate.

Who directed Maiko and the Assassin?

Maiko and the Assassin was directed by Kenji Misumi.

How long is Maiko and the Assassin?

Maiko and the Assassin has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).

When was Maiko and the Assassin released?

Maiko and the Assassin was released on August 28, 1963 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Maiko and the Assassin?

The main cast of Maiko and the Assassin includes Miwa Takada, Masahiko Tsugawa, Tomisaburō Wakayama, Jun'ichirō Narita, Kinshiro Matsumoto.