The Great Chase
Originally released in 1975. The Great Chase is a action film. directed by Norifumi Suzuki. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Etsuko Shihomi, Mach Fumiake, and Eiji Gō
Synopsis
Shihomi Etsuko plays a race car driver who also lends out her services to the Japanese Secret Service. Although there really isn't much of a "chase" to be seen, Shihomi does pursue a cartel of drug runners and assorted Japanese yakuza types. While the story is pure 70's exploitation and gritty crime drama, the best reason to see it is for the Martial Arts Action of Etsuko Shihomi. The action is over-the-top and at times hilarious (i.e. Shihomi battling the lead criminal atop a moving gondola or Shihomi battling a whip-wielding Catholic Nun).
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 26, 1975
50 years ago
Runtime
1h 23m
83 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (8 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Etsuko Shihomi
as Shinobu Yashiro
Mach Fumiake
as Mach Fumiake
Eiji Gō
as Isao Shirosaki
Masashi Ishibashi
as Yosuke Onozawa
Rieko Maruyama
as Mayumi Sugano
Yōichi Numata
as Giichi Motoyashiki
Shōhei Yamamoto
as Henry Nakatani
Rikiya Yasuoka
as Shudou
Torahiko Hamada
as Masayuki Yashiro
Hisako Tanaka
as Yukiko Shoda
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Toei Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Great Chase about?
Shihomi Etsuko plays a race car driver who also lends out her services to the Japanese Secret Service. Although there really isn't much of a "chase" to be seen, Shihomi does pursue a cartel of drug...
Who directed The Great Chase?
The Great Chase was directed by Norifumi Suzuki.
How long is The Great Chase?
The Great Chase has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
When was The Great Chase released?
The Great Chase was released on April 26, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Great Chase?
The main cast of The Great Chase includes Etsuko Shihomi, Mach Fumiake, Eiji Gō, Masashi Ishibashi, Rieko Maruyama.