Shogun's Samurai
Originally released in 1978. Shogun's Samurai is a action/drama film. directed by Kinji Fukasaku. With a runtime of 2h 10m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Kinnosuke Nakamura, Sonny Chiba, and Hiroki Matsukata
Synopsis
Following the death of the second Tokugawa shogun, it is revealed that he was poisoned by retainers of his son Iemitsu in hopes of gaining him the shogunate despite the stammer and birthmark which undermine his respect. Iemitsu and his brother Tadanaga become bitter rivals for the shogunate, and the land is split into factions, eventually erupting into warfare. Iemitsu's mentor, his fencing instructor Yagyu, is fixated upon securing Iemitsu the shogunate and ends up betraying everyone, even his own family, in pursuit of the goal.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 21, 1978
48 years ago
Runtime
2h 10m
130 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (40 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Kinnosuke Nakamura
as Yagyu Tajima
Sonny Chiba
as Jûbê Yagyû
Hiroki Matsukata
as Iemitsu Tokugawa (Older Prince)
Teruhiko Saigō
as Tadanaga Tokugawa (Younger Prince)
Reiko Ōhara
as Okuni (Singer)
Yoshio Harada
as Sanza Nagoya (Flute Player)
Isao Natsuyagi
as Shozaemon Bekki
Mikio Narita
as Ayamaro Karasumasu
Toshirō Mifune
as Yoshinao Tokugawa
Hiroyuki Sanada
as Hayate
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Toei Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shogun's Samurai about?
Following the death of the second Tokugawa shogun, it is revealed that he was poisoned by retainers of his son Iemitsu in hopes of gaining him the shogunate despite the stammer and birthmark which ...
Who directed Shogun's Samurai?
Shogun's Samurai was directed by Kinji Fukasaku.
How long is Shogun's Samurai?
Shogun's Samurai has a runtime of 2 hours and 10 minutes (130 minutes total).
When was Shogun's Samurai released?
Shogun's Samurai was released on January 21, 1978 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shogun's Samurai?
The main cast of Shogun's Samurai includes Kinnosuke Nakamura, Sonny Chiba, Hiroki Matsukata, Teruhiko Saigō, Reiko Ōhara.