The Fencing Master (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1962, The Fencing Master is an action, drama and adventure film directed by Shunkai Mizuho, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. The Fencing Master tells the story of a man trying to survive as the only world he knows is becoming increasingly irrelevant. Danpei Ichikawa lives for swordfighting – he was once a renowned kabuki swordfight choreographer, and as the Chairman of the New National Theatre Company, he wants nothing more than to choreograph the swordfights for the modern plays put on by the company.
Who’s in it. The Fencing Master stars Raizō Ichikawa as Shojiro Sawada, Ganjirô Nakamura I as Danpei Ichikawa, Kinuyo Tanaka as Oharu and Miwa Takada as Okiku, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Fencing Master has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fencing Master page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fencing Master 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 The Fencing Master (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fencing Master change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Fencing Master worth watching?
- The Fencing Master holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Fencing Master?
- The Fencing Master stars Raizō Ichikawa, Ganjirô Nakamura I, Kinuyo Tanaka, Miwa Takada and Kyū Sazanka.
- When was The Fencing Master released?
- The Fencing Master was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.