Where can I watch The 47 Ronin (1941)?

In US, The 47 Ronin is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Philo and YouTube TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is The 47 Ronin worth watching?

The 47 Ronin holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.

Who stars in The 47 Ronin?

The 47 Ronin stars Utaemon Ichikawa, Daisuke Katō, Chôjûrô Kawarasaki, Kunitarô Kawarazaki and Seizaburō Kawazu.

When was The 47 Ronin released?

The 47 Ronin was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 223 minutes.

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The 47 Ronin (1941): cast, story & where to watch

1941 · Film · ★ 7

Released in 1941, The 47 Ronin is a drama and history film directed by Kenji Mizoguchi, running about 223 minutes.

What it’s about. In 1701, Lord Takuminokami Asano has a feud with Lord Kira and he tries to kill Kira in the corridors of the Shogun's palace. The Shogun sentences Lord Asano to commit suppuku and deprives the palace and lands from his clan, but does not punish Lord Kira. Lord Asano's vassals leave the land and his samurais become ronin and want to seek revenge against the dishonor of their Lord. But their leader Kuranosuke Oishi asks the Shogun to restore the Asano clan with his brother Daigaku Asano. One year later, the Shogun refuses his request and Oishi and forty-six ronin revenge their Lord.

Who’s in it. The 47 Ronin stars Utaemon Ichikawa as Tsunatoyo Tokugawa, Daisuke Katō as Fuwa Kazuemon, Chôjûrô Kawarasaki as Kuranosuke Oishi and Kunitarô Kawarazaki as Jurozaemon Isogai, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The 47 Ronin has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TV and Fandor Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The 47 Ronin page.

If you liked it. Fans of The 47 Ronin tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch The 47 Ronin (1941)?: In US, The 47 Ronin is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Philo and YouTube TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The 47 Ronin worth watching?: The 47 Ronin holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The 47 Ronin?: The 47 Ronin stars Utaemon Ichikawa, Daisuke Katō, Chôjûrô Kawarasaki, Kunitarô Kawarazaki and Seizaburō Kawazu.
When was The 47 Ronin released?: The 47 Ronin was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 223 minutes.