The Great Killing
"Heaven has no swords."
Originally released in 1964. The Great Killing is a action/drama film. directed by Eiichi Kudō.
Starring Tōru Abe, Mikijiro Hira, and Yoshio Inaba
Synopsis
A cynical samurai is left as the sole survivor to fulfill a plot to assassinate the puppet of a villain intent on usurping the shogunate in the 17th century. A Shogunate Elder connives to rule Japan by making his puppet, the Shogun's brother Tsunashige, the next Shogun. The best strategist in Japan, Yamaga, leads a plot to stop the Elder, but his cabal is betrayed and most of the conspirators are captured and tortured.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 3, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
1h 58m
118 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (20 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 The Great Killing about?
A cynical samurai is left as the sole survivor to fulfill a plot to assassinate the puppet of a villain intent on usurping the shogunate in the 17th century. A Shogunate Elder connives to rule Jap...
Who directed The Great Killing?
The Great Killing was directed by Eiichi Kudō.
How long is The Great Killing?
The Great Killing has a runtime of 1 hours and 58 minutes (118 minutes total).
When was The Great Killing released?
The Great Killing was released on June 3, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Great Killing?
The main cast of The Great Killing includes Tōru Abe, Mikijiro Hira, Yoshio Inaba, Chiezo Kataoka, Chōichirō Kawarasaki.