佐々木小次郎 (1967): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1967, 佐々木小次郎 is an action and drama film directed by Hiroshi Inagaki, running about 152 minutes.

What it’s about. Sasaki Kojiro tells the story of the genius who staked his love, glory, and life on a duel with the supreme master of the sword, Miyamoto Musashi (Tatsuya Nakadai). Oscar winning Hiroshi Inagaki directs this epic motion picture based on Genzo Murakami’s fascinating story. Despite his humble birth, the orphan Sasaki Kojiro (Onoe Kikunosuke) is determined to become the foremost swordsman in all Japan, a title that traditionally belongs to a nobleman. At fencing school, young Kojiro receives the contempt of his classmates because of his superior swordsmanship. When rumors of the upcoming civil war between Toyotomi and Tokugawa clans spread, Kojiro leaves the school and sets out, seizing every opportunity to realize his dream.

Who’s in it. 佐々木小次郎 stars Yōko Tsukasa as Nami, Yuriko Hoshi as Tone, Keiko Sawai and Mayumi Ozora, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, 佐々木小次郎 has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 佐々木小次郎 page.

If you liked it. Fans of 佐々木小次郎 tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Der Herr der Ringe - Die Rückkehr des Königs, Inception and Der Herr der Ringe - Die Gefährten.