The Shogun's Vault (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1964, The Shogun's Vault is an action and crime film directed by Teruo Ishii, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Okawa Hashizo is 'Red Peony' Hanji who is thrown into a prison cell where he gets involved in a plot to steal government gold from the Shogun's vault. A tough fighter, he has to show his ability in order to keep from getting himself killed by the prisoners, too. Co-starring some of the biggest name in movies at the time, including Kataoka Chiezo and Tanba Tetsuro this film is loaded with surprises. From the opening moments when prisoners carry out their own form of justice, killing a crooked ex-constable, it is clear that this is the work of a visionary filmmaker.
Who’s in it. The Shogun's Vault stars Hashizo Ōkawa, Chiezo Kataoka, Tetsuro Tamba and Naoki Sugiura, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Shogun's Vault 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 The Shogun's Vault page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shogun's Vault 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 The Shogun's Vault (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shogun's Vault change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Shogun's Vault worth watching?
- The Shogun's Vault holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Shogun's Vault?
- The Shogun's Vault stars Hashizo Ōkawa, Chiezo Kataoka, Tetsuro Tamba, Naoki Sugiura and Tōru Abe.
- When was The Shogun's Vault released?
- The Shogun's Vault was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.