The Merciless Trap (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1961, The Merciless Trap is a thriller film directed by Jun Fukuda, running about 82 minutes. “Going Straight Was Hard Work. It Was Made Harder by The Gang” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Taut thriller about a too-perfect criminal case against an ex-convict that makes a nosy detective suspicious.
Who’s in it. The Merciless Trap stars Makoto Satō, Kumi Mizuno, Akihiko Hirata and Ichirō Nakatani, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Merciless Trap has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Merciless Trap page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Merciless Trap tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Merciless Trap (1961)?
- In US, The Merciless Trap is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Merciless Trap worth watching?
- The Merciless Trap holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Merciless Trap?
- The Merciless Trap stars Makoto Satō, Kumi Mizuno, Akihiko Hirata, Ichirō Nakatani and Mie Hama.
- When was The Merciless Trap released?
- The Merciless Trap was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.