Red Peony Gambler
Originally released in 1968. Red Peony Gambler is a drama/action film. directed by Kōsaku Yamashita.
Starring Sumiko Fuji, Ken Takakura, and Tomisaburō Wakayama
Synopsis
Ryuko was raised by her father, a gambler named Senzo Yano in Kumamoto, Kyushu, after her mother died when she was little. When she turned 18 years old, her father was attacked and killed by a stranger in alley. Ryuko then dissolves her yakuza family, and, carrying the wallet left by the killer, she sets out on a journey to avenge her father’s death. Five years later, she wanders the nation, known only as! Red Peony Oryu who has a red peony tattooed on her shoulder and has the defiance and courage of a man. She meets Katagiri - a loner gambler, Kumatora - boss of a family in Shikoku, and Otaka - female boss of the Doman Family in Osaka. With their help, she finally catches up with the man who murdered her father.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 14, 1968
57 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (14 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Toei Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Peony Gambler about?
Ryuko was raised by her father, a gambler named Senzo Yano in Kumamoto, Kyushu, after her mother died when she was little. When she turned 18 years old, her father was attacked and killed by a stra...
Who directed Red Peony Gambler?
Red Peony Gambler was directed by Kōsaku Yamashita.
How long is Red Peony Gambler?
Red Peony Gambler has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was Red Peony Gambler released?
Red Peony Gambler was released on September 14, 1968 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Red Peony Gambler?
The main cast of Red Peony Gambler includes Sumiko Fuji, Ken Takakura, Tomisaburō Wakayama, Kyōsuke Machida, Isamu Dobashi.