新吾番外勝負 (1964): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1964, 新吾番外勝負 is an action and historie film directed by Sadatsugu Matsuda, running about 96 minutes.

What it’s about. After Aoi Shingo, the illegitimate son of Shogun Yoshimune has gained prominence as the finest swordsman in the land, he tries to lead a peaceful life with his mother far away from the seat of government in Edo. Not wanting to inconvenience his father anymore his plan is to stay away from the city and enjoy life like a normal man. Unfortunately for him, his past comes back to haunt him in the person of his mortal enemy, the one swordsman that is skillful enough to defeat him. This is the most perilous moment of Shingo's life as he must face his deadliest foe in a battle to the death!

Who’s in it. 新吾番外勝負 stars Hashizo Ōkawa, Hiroki Matsukata, Kunie Tanaka and Ryōhei Uchida, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 新吾番外勝負 page.

If you liked it. Fans of 新吾番外勝負 tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Der Herr der Ringe - Die Rückkehr des Königs, Inception and Der Herr der Ringe - Die Gefährten.