The Wanderers movie poster

The Wanderers

April 7, 1973 1h 40m 5.4/10 (13 votes)

Originally released in 1973. The Wanderers is a drama/comedy film. directed by Kon Ichikawa.

Starring Ichirō Ogura, Isao Bitō, and Kenichi Hagiwara

Synopsis

Follows the fluctuating fortunes of three ronin in feudal Japan who wander from castle to castle, selling their services to whichever lord will fill their rice bowls. Though they use the servants' entrance, they still feel themselves bound by the samurai code of Bushido; and this tension leads to tragedy.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 7, 1973 52 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 5.4/10 Mixed (13 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Art Theatre Guild
  • Kon Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Wanderers about?

Follows the fluctuating fortunes of three ronin in feudal Japan who wander from castle to castle, selling their services to whichever lord will fill their rice bowls. Though they use the servants' ...

Who directed The Wanderers?

The Wanderers was directed by Kon Ichikawa.

How long is The Wanderers?

The Wanderers has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was The Wanderers released?

The Wanderers was released on April 7, 1973 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Wanderers?

The main cast of The Wanderers includes Ichirō Ogura, Isao Bitō, Kenichi Hagiwara, Reiko Inoue, Fujio Tokita.