The Sword of Doom
"The sword is the soul. Study the soul to know the sword. Evil mind, evil sword."
Originally released in 1966. The Sword of Doom is a action/drama film. directed by Kihachi Okamoto. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Tatsuya Nakadai, Yūzō Kayama, and Michiyo Aratama
Synopsis
Ryunosuke, a gifted swordsman plying his trade during the turbulent final days of Shogunate rule, has no moral code and kills without remorse. It’s a way of life that leads to madness.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 25, 1966
59 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (249 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Tatsuya Nakadai
as Ryunosuke Tsukue
Yūzō Kayama
as Hyoma Utsuki
Michiyo Aratama
as Ohama
Yōko Naitō
as Omatsu
Toshirō Mifune
as Toranosuke Shimada
Tadao Nakamaru
as Isamu Kondo
Kei Satō
as Kamo Serizawa
Kō Nishimura
as Shichibei, Omatsu's 'uncle'
Ichirō Nakatani
as Bunnojo Utsuki
Kunie Tanaka
as Senkichi
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Takarazuka Eiga Company Ltd.
- TOHO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sword of Doom about?
Ryunosuke, a gifted swordsman plying his trade during the turbulent final days of Shogunate rule, has no moral code and kills without remorse. It’s a way of life that leads to madness.
Who directed The Sword of Doom?
The Sword of Doom was directed by Kihachi Okamoto.
How long is The Sword of Doom?
The Sword of Doom has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was The Sword of Doom released?
The Sword of Doom was released on February 25, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sword of Doom?
The main cast of The Sword of Doom includes Tatsuya Nakadai, Yūzō Kayama, Michiyo Aratama, Yōko Naitō, Toshirō Mifune.
Is The Sword of Doom worth watching?
The Sword of Doom has a user rating of 7.7/10 based on 249 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.