Samurai Assassin (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1965, Samurai Assassin is an action, drama and history film directed by Kihachi Okamoto, running about 122 minutes.
What it’s about. Japan, 1860. The men of the Mito clan, victims of the Ansei purge, anxiously prowl around the Sakurada Gate of Edo Castle with the intention of assassinating Naosuke Ii of Hikone, tairō of the Tokugawa shogunate and responsible for their misfortune.
Who’s in it. Samurai Assassin stars Keiju Kobayashi as Einosuke Kurihara, Yūnosuke Itō as Kenmotsu Hoshino, Michiyo Aratama as Okiku / Princess Kiku and Toshirō Mifune as Tsuruchiyo Niiro, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Samurai Assassin 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 Samurai Assassin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Samurai Assassin tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Samurai Assassin (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Samurai Assassin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Samurai Assassin worth watching?
- Samurai Assassin holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Samurai Assassin?
- Samurai Assassin stars Keiju Kobayashi, Yūnosuke Itō, Michiyo Aratama, Toshirō Mifune and Eijirō Tōno.
- When was Samurai Assassin released?
- Samurai Assassin was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.