Yojimbo
"Kill one or a hundred... you only hang once"
Originally released in 1961. Yojimbo is a drama/thriller film. directed by Akira Kurosawa.
Starring Toshirō Mifune, Tatsuya Nakadai, and Yōko Tsukasa
Synopsis
A nameless ronin, or samurai with no master, enters a small village in feudal Japan where two rival businessmen are struggling for control of the local gambling trade. Taking the name Sanjuro Kuwabatake, the ronin convinces both silk merchant Tazaemon and sake merchant Tokuemon to hire him as a personal bodyguard, then artfully sets in motion a full-scale gang war between the two ambitious and unscrupulous men.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 25, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
1h 50m
110 minutes total
User Rating
8.1/10
Excellent (1,618 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Toshirō Mifune
as Sanjuro Kuwabatake / The Samurai
Tatsuya Nakadai
as Unosuke, gunfighter
Yōko Tsukasa
as Nui
Isuzu Yamada
as Orin
Daisuke Katō
as Inokichi
Seizaburō Kawazu
as Seibê - brothel operator
Takashi Shimura
as Tokuemon, sake brewer
Hiroshi Tachikawa
as Yoichiro
Yōsuke Natsuki
as Kohei's Son
Eijirō Tōno
as Gonji, Tavern Keeper
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- TOHO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yojimbo about?
A nameless ronin, or samurai with no master, enters a small village in feudal Japan where two rival businessmen are struggling for control of the local gambling trade. Taking the name Sanjuro Kuwab...
Who directed Yojimbo?
Yojimbo was directed by Akira Kurosawa.
How long is Yojimbo?
Yojimbo has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was Yojimbo released?
Yojimbo was released on April 25, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Yojimbo?
The main cast of Yojimbo includes Toshirō Mifune, Tatsuya Nakadai, Yōko Tsukasa, Isuzu Yamada, Daisuke Katō.
Is Yojimbo worth watching?
Yojimbo has a user rating of 8.1/10 based on 1,618 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.