Whirlwind Magistrate
Originally released in 1959. Whirlwind Magistrate is a action film. directed by Masahiro Makino.
Starring Chiezo Kataoka, Chizuru Kitagawa, and Yoshiko Sakuma
Synopsis
One of the most popular history-based characters is back when Magistrate Saemonojo Toyama no Kinsan investigates the tragic shipwreck of the 'Sadomaru' near Cape Kasumigaseki. The ship carrying gold bars from Sado Island to Edo for the shogunate disappeared into the ocean on a day with clear skies and no wind. While it is conveniently blamed on a surprise tornado or whirlwind, the Sado Magistrate asks his lifelong friend Magistrate Toyama to get to the root of the mystery in order to save his reputation and avoid a life of shame.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 10, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Toei Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whirlwind Magistrate about?
One of the most popular history-based characters is back when Magistrate Saemonojo Toyama no Kinsan investigates the tragic shipwreck of the 'Sadomaru' near Cape Kasumigaseki. The ship carrying gol...
Who directed Whirlwind Magistrate?
Whirlwind Magistrate was directed by Masahiro Makino.
How long is Whirlwind Magistrate?
Whirlwind Magistrate has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Whirlwind Magistrate released?
Whirlwind Magistrate was released on March 10, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Whirlwind Magistrate?
The main cast of Whirlwind Magistrate includes Chiezo Kataoka, Chizuru Kitagawa, Yoshiko Sakuma, So Yamamura, Kunio Kaga.