Tsukigata Hanpeita (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1956, Tsukigata Hanpeita is an action, romance and history film directed by Teinosuke Kinugasa, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. During the bloody era of the Tokugawa Shogunate collapse, a man appeared capable of overthrowing a corrupt government and ending the feud between the Choshu and Satsuma clans. This is the story of Tsukigat Khanpayit, the sword maker of the Choshu clan, who, along with Katsuro Kogoro and Sakamoto Ryoma, sought to fulfill the dream of a new peaceful era in Japan. Can he realize his ideals or will he die in the chaos of internecine fights...
Who’s in it. Tsukigata Hanpeita stars Kazuo Hasegawa as Tsukigata Hanpeita, Raizō Ichikawa as Tatsuma Hayase, Fujiko Yamamoto as Umematsu and Shintarō Katsu as Shusaku Utsugi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Tsukigata Hanpeita 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 Tsukigata Hanpeita page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tsukigata Hanpeita 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 Tsukigata Hanpeita (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tsukigata Hanpeita change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tsukigata Hanpeita worth watching?
- Tsukigata Hanpeita holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, romance and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Tsukigata Hanpeita?
- Tsukigata Hanpeita stars Kazuo Hasegawa, Raizō Ichikawa, Fujiko Yamamoto, Shintarō Katsu and Machiko Kyō.
- When was Tsukigata Hanpeita released?
- Tsukigata Hanpeita was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.