Chûshingura 1/47 (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 2001, Chûshingura 1/47 is a drama film directed by Shunsaku Kawake, running about 160 minutes.
What it’s about. During Japan's feudal period, a noble lord was treacherously killed by a rival. His 47 samurai retainers took their revenge on their master's killer after scattering into society for several years, so as not to be detected. Having completed their task, all 47 then committed ritual suicide. This series, of which this TV movie is the pilot, follows the adventures of one of these samurai as he patiently waits for the chance to fulfill his destiny.
Who’s in it. Chûshingura 1/47 stars Takuya Kimura as Yasube Horibe, Eri Fukatsu as Hori Horibe, Naoki Sugiura as Yahyoe Horibe and Satomi Kobayashi as Riku Oishi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Chûshingura 1/47 sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chûshingura 1/47 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chûshingura 1/47 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chûshingura 1/47 (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chûshingura 1/47 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chûshingura 1/47 worth watching?
- Chûshingura 1/47 holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Chûshingura 1/47?
- Chûshingura 1/47 stars Takuya Kimura, Eri Fukatsu, Naoki Sugiura, Satomi Kobayashi and Takako Matsu.
- When was Chûshingura 1/47 released?
- Chûshingura 1/47 was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 160 minutes.