Kuroneko (1968): reparto, argumento y streaming

1968 · Película · ★ 7.5

Kuroneko poster

Released in 1968, Kuroneko is a fantasía and terror film directed by Kaneto Shindō, running about 100 minutes. “Beware the haunted women who lurk in the bamboo forest as black cats craving the blood of samurai!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. In the Sengoku period, a woman and her daughter are raped and murdered by soldiers during a time of civil war. Afterwards, a series of samurai returning from the war through that area are found mysteriously dead with their throats torn out. The governor calls in a wild and fierce young hero to quell what is evidently an Onryō ghost. He encounters the two beautiful women in an eerie, beautiful scene. After spiritual purification, he meets the demon in a thrilling fight.

Who’s in it. Kuroneko stars Kichiemon Nakamura II as Gintoki, Nobuko Otowa as Yone, Kiwako Taichi as Shige (Daughter-in-Law) and Kei Satō as Raiko, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Kuroneko 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 Kuroneko page.

If you liked it. Fans of Kuroneko tend to enjoy El señor de los anillos: El retorno del rey, La milla verde, El viaje de Chihiro and El señor de los anillos: La comunidad del anillo.

Preguntas frecuentes

Where can I watch Kuroneko (1968)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kuroneko change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Kuroneko worth watching?
Kuroneko holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasía and terror. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Kuroneko?
Kuroneko stars Kichiemon Nakamura II, Nobuko Otowa, Kiwako Taichi, Kei Satō and Taiji Tonoyama.
When was Kuroneko released?
Kuroneko was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.