The Killing Machine (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1976, The Killing Machine is an action and drama film directed by Norifumi Suzuki, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Mr. Soh, a righteous man with a cold stare and fists of steel, returns to a lawless post-war Japan in 1946. He protects the weak, defends the poor and knocks some good sense into friends and enemies alike. Rapists and gangsters get the worst of it, as Mr. Soh builds up his school on the island of Shikoku.
Who’s in it. The Killing Machine stars Sonny Chiba as Doshin So, Yutaka Nakajima as Kiku Sakamoto, Makoto Satō as Kentaro Otaki and Naoya Makoto as Hiroshi Tomoda, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Killing Machine 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 Killing Machine page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Killing Machine 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 Killing Machine (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Killing Machine change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Killing Machine worth watching?
- The Killing Machine holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Killing Machine?
- The Killing Machine stars Sonny Chiba, Yutaka Nakajima, Makoto Satō, Naoya Makoto and Sanae Kitabayashi.
- When was The Killing Machine released?
- The Killing Machine was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.