Miyamoto Musashi (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1973, Miyamoto Musashi is an action and drama film directed by Tai Katō, running about 148 minutes.
What it’s about. In Part I we see the young would-be swordsman setting out to achieve greatness in war, achieving nothing because fighting on the losing side, & then beginning his long period of wandering & training, with the goal always in mind of his duel with Kojiro. Part II builds toward that great duel on Ganryu Island, with considerable focus on Musashi's planning & forethought as to how to gain an advantage.
Who’s in it. Miyamoto Musashi stars Hideki Takahashi as Musashi Miyamoto, Jirō Tamiya as Kojiro Sasaki, Mitsuko Baisho as Akemi and Keiko Matsuzaka as Otsu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Miyamoto Musashi 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 Miyamoto Musashi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Miyamoto Musashi 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 Miyamoto Musashi (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Miyamoto Musashi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Miyamoto Musashi worth watching?
- Miyamoto Musashi holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Miyamoto Musashi?
- Miyamoto Musashi stars Hideki Takahashi, Jirō Tamiya, Mitsuko Baisho, Keiko Matsuzaka and Chishū Ryū.
- When was Miyamoto Musashi released?
- Miyamoto Musashi was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 148 minutes.