The Drifting Avenger (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1968, The Drifting Avenger is a drama and western film directed by Jun'ya Satô, running about 107 minutes. “Ken stakes his life on his gun and sword!!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ken, son of a former samurai settles with his family in the west from Japan. Soon his family is killed in front of him by stagecoach robbers, making him aim to get revenge. Marvin an experienced gunman befriends Ken and becomes his mentor.
Who’s in it. The Drifting Avenger stars Ken Takakura as Ken Kato, Ken Goodlet as Marvin, Judith Roberts as Rosa and Kevin Cooney as Mike the boy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, The Drifting Avenger 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 The Drifting Avenger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Drifting Avenger tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Drifting Avenger (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Drifting Avenger change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Drifting Avenger worth watching?
- The Drifting Avenger holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Drifting Avenger?
- The Drifting Avenger stars Ken Takakura, Ken Goodlet, Judith Roberts, Kevin Cooney and Ronald Norman Lea.
- When was The Drifting Avenger released?
- The Drifting Avenger was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.