Taikoki (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film
Released in 1987, Taikoki is a drama and history film directed by Kihachi Okamoto, running about 240 minutes.
What it’s about. Rising from the lowliest of country samurai to the heights of power as Taiko, Toyotomi Hideyoshi is one of the pivotal figures of the Sengoku period.
Who’s in it. Taikoki stars Sonny Chiba, Hiroki Matsukata, Kyôhei Shibata and Tatsuya Nakadai as (Narrator), among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Taikoki page.
If you liked it. Fans of Taikoki tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Taikoki (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Taikoki change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Taikoki?
- Taikoki stars Sonny Chiba, Hiroki Matsukata, Kyôhei Shibata, Tatsuya Nakadai and Kumiko Akiyoshi.
- When was Taikoki released?
- Taikoki was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 240 minutes.