Sword for Hire
Originally released in 1952. Sword for Hire is a drama/action film. directed by Hiroshi Inagaki. With a runtime of 2h 15m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Rentaro Mikuni, Toshirō Mifune, and Danshirō Ichikawa
Synopsis
Soldiers Hayate and Yaheiji secretly escape from their besieged castle. Hayate has left behind his lover, Kano. On his way, Hayate is wounded and cared for by O’Ryo, who falls in love with him. But when Hayate accidentally kills her caretaker, he flees, with O’Ryo in pursuit. Subsequently, Hayate's comrade Yaheiji falls in love with Oryo. Kano, the lover left behind by Hayate, believes him dead, and becomes involved with another soldier, Jurota. When Jurota defects to the opposing army, he takes Kano with him. A double set of love triangles has developed, wherein each man and each woman loves one and is loved by another. Finally only combat and self-sacrifice can untangle the weave.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 22, 1952
73 years ago
Runtime
2h 15m
135 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (8 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- TOHO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sword for Hire about?
Soldiers Hayate and Yaheiji secretly escape from their besieged castle. Hayate has left behind his lover, Kano. On his way, Hayate is wounded and cared for by O’Ryo, who falls in love with him. B...
Who directed Sword for Hire?
Sword for Hire was directed by Hiroshi Inagaki.
How long is Sword for Hire?
Sword for Hire has a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes (135 minutes total).
When was Sword for Hire released?
Sword for Hire was released on May 22, 1952 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sword for Hire?
The main cast of Sword for Hire includes Rentaro Mikuni, Toshirō Mifune, Danshirō Ichikawa, Yoshiko Yamaguchi, Takashi Shimura.