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Karate for Life (1977)

Movie ★ 6.8 91 min

Action

The last of the Masutatsu Oyama trilogy. Oyama takes a job as a professional wrestler in Okinawa, but when he discovers that he is expected to take a dive, he quits in disgust. However, when a friend finds herself in desperate need of medical supplies, Oyama steps back in the ring to raise the money—but will he be able to follow the script this time?

Kazuhiko Yamaguchi Director

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Released
May 14, 1977
Runtime
91 min
IMDb
tt0403524
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Cast

Sonny Chiba Sonny Chiba Sensei Masutatsu Oyama Hideo Murota Hideo Murota Masaru Shiga Masaru Shiga Masashi Ishibashi Masashi Ishibashi Yoko Natsuki Yoko Natsuki Hiroshi Nawa Hiroshi Nawa Asao Uchida Asao Uchida Kōjirō Hongō Kōjirō Hongō Takashi Hio Hiroshi Kondō Hiroshi Kondō Hirohisa Nakata Hirohisa Nakata Toshiyuki Tsuchiyama

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Frequently asked questions

What is Karate for Life about?
The last of the Masutatsu Oyama trilogy. Oyama takes a job as a professional wrestler in Okinawa, but when he discovers that he is expected to take a dive, he quits in disgust. However, when a friend finds herself in desperate need of medical supplies, Oyama steps back in the ring to raise the money—but will he be able to follow the script this time?
Who directed Karate for Life?
Karate for Life was directed by Kazuhiko Yamaguchi.
Who stars in Karate for Life?
Karate for Life stars Sonny Chiba, Hideo Murota, Masaru Shiga, Masashi Ishibashi.
When was Karate for Life released?
Karate for Life is a 1977 action film.
Where can I watch Karate for Life?
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