Daredevil in the Castle (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 7.4

Released in 1961, Daredevil in the Castle is an action, war and history film directed by Hiroshi Inagaki, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. During the raging war between the Toyotomi and Tokugawa clans, the swordsman Mohei (whose family has been completely decimated) is recruited by Toyotomi to overcome the seat of power, Osaka Castle. Mohei's daredevil skills will be put to severe tests.
Who’s in it. Daredevil in the Castle stars Toshirō Mifune as Mohei, Kyōko Kagawa as Ai, Yuriko Hoshi as Senhime and Yoshiko Kuga as Kobue, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Daredevil in the Castle 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 Daredevil in the Castle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Daredevil in the Castle 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 Daredevil in the Castle (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Daredevil in the Castle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Daredevil in the Castle worth watching?
- Daredevil in the Castle holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, war and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Daredevil in the Castle?
- Daredevil in the Castle stars Toshirō Mifune, Kyōko Kagawa, Yuriko Hoshi, Yoshiko Kuga and Isuzu Yamada.
- When was Daredevil in the Castle released?
- Daredevil in the Castle was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.