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Lefty Fencer (1969): cast, story & where to watch

1969 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1969, Lefty Fencer is an action film directed by Kimiyoshi Yasuda, running about 76 minutes.

What it’s about. As a child, Okin the one-armed one-eyed swordswoman was disfigured by Lord Daizen-dayu, who was after her family's most treasured possession, the famed Drenched Swallow sword. As an adult, she has become a skilled swordswoman and lives a carefree life with her adopted family. One day, Okin saves a girl from a group of yakuza, and in doing so, gets involved in a grand conspiracy involving religious leaders, government officials, the yakuza and Lord Daizen-dayu, the man who killed her father and mutilated her body...

Who’s in it. Lefty Fencer stars Michiyo Yasuda as Okin, Kōjirō Hongō, Isamu Nagato and Asao Koike, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Lefty Fencer 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 Lefty Fencer page.

If you liked it. Fans of Lefty Fencer 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 Lefty Fencer (1969)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lefty Fencer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Lefty Fencer worth watching?
Lefty Fencer holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Lefty Fencer?
Lefty Fencer stars Michiyo Yasuda, Kōjirō Hongō, Isamu Nagato, Asao Koike and Kayo Mikimoto.
When was Lefty Fencer released?
Lefty Fencer was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.