Runway to Hell (1960): cast, story & where to watch

1960 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 1960, Runway to Hell is an action and drama film directed by Masahiro Makino, running about 103 minutes.

What it’s about. When Kaneko Ichinosuke aims to avenge his father who was wrongly accused of embezzlement, the samurai Kochiyama Soshun agrees to assist.

Who’s in it. Runway to Hell stars Utaemon Ichikawa as Sôshun Kôchiyama, Katsuo Nakamura as Naojirô Kataoka, Tomisaburô Wakayama and Jūshirō Konoe as Seizô Moritaya, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Runway to Hell 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 Runway to Hell page.

If you liked it. Fans of Runway to Hell 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 Runway to Hell (1960)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Runway to Hell change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Runway to Hell worth watching?
Runway to Hell holds an audience score of 6.5 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 Runway to Hell?
Runway to Hell stars Utaemon Ichikawa, Katsuo Nakamura, Tomisaburô Wakayama, Jūshirō Konoe and Satomi Oka.
When was Runway to Hell released?
Runway to Hell was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.