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The Last Samurai (1974)

Movie ★ 7.7 159 min

The film follows the story of Sugi Toranosuke, a ronin, who returns to his home town of Edo many years after his attempted suicide as a sickly child. Rescued and adopted by a master swordsman, he has grown into a master swordsman and a very kind gentleman. The time is around 1868 the year that the nails were finally put into the coffin containing the feudal system that nurtured and sustained the samurai. Sugi is confused and unsure about what is happening but his teacher wants him out of the chaos of the multiple power struggles between the various clans.

Kenji Misumi Director

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Released
September 20, 1974
Runtime
159 min
IMDb
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Frequently asked questions

What is The Last Samurai about?
The film follows the story of Sugi Toranosuke, a ronin, who returns to his home town of Edo many years after his attempted suicide as a sickly child. Rescued and adopted by a master swordsman, he has grown into a master swordsman and a very kind gentleman. The time is around 1868 the year that the nails were finally put into the coffin containing the feudal system that nurtured and sustained the samurai. Sugi is confused and unsure about what is happening but his teacher wants him out of the chaos of the multiple power struggles between the various clans.
Who directed The Last Samurai?
The Last Samurai was directed by Kenji Misumi.
Who stars in The Last Samurai?
The Last Samurai stars Hideki Takahashi, Ken Ogata, Teruhiko Saigō, Masaomi Kondo.
When was The Last Samurai released?
The Last Samurai is a 1974 drama, action film.
Where can I watch The Last Samurai?
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