Merciless Blade (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film
Released in 1953, Merciless Blade is an action, drama and history film directed by Kunio Watanabe, running about 111 minutes.
What it’s about. The first film in the 1953 trilogy based on the long novel series The Great Bodhisattva Pass.
Who’s in it. Merciless Blade stars Kusuo Abe, Shinobu Chihara, Kensaku Hara and Haruyo Ichikawa, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Merciless Blade page.
If you liked it. Fans of Merciless Blade 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 Merciless Blade (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Merciless Blade change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Merciless Blade?
- Merciless Blade stars Kusuo Abe, Shinobu Chihara, Kensaku Hara, Haruyo Ichikawa and Kunio Kaga.
- When was Merciless Blade released?
- Merciless Blade was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.