Blackmail Is My Life (1968): cast, story & where to watch

1968 · Film · ★ 6.4

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Released in 1968, Blackmail Is My Life is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Kinji Fukasaku, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. Though he has come from a rough background on the streets, Muraki quickly rises through the ranks by means of his well-honed blackmailing instincts. Desperate to keep rolling with his freewheeling lifestyle, Muraki sees his luck begin to crumble when he sets his sights on the business partners of a powerful gang boss.

Who’s in it. Blackmail Is My Life stars Hiroki Matsukata as Muraki, Tomomi Satō as Otoki, Shinjirō Ehara and Yūsuke Kawazu, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Blackmail Is My Life 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 Blackmail Is My Life page.

If you liked it. Fans of Blackmail Is My Life 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 Blackmail Is My Life (1968)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blackmail Is My Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Blackmail Is My Life worth watching?
Blackmail Is My Life holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Blackmail Is My Life?
Blackmail Is My Life stars Hiroki Matsukata, Tomomi Satō, Shinjirō Ehara, Yūsuke Kawazu and Ryōhei Uchida.
When was Blackmail Is My Life released?
Blackmail Is My Life was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.