The Blonde in Edo Castle (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1972, The Blonde in Edo Castle is a drama, romance and history film directed by Isao Hayashi, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. A concubine is exiled from the Shogun's harem after she is found guilty of having tried to smuggle a kabuki dancer into the palace for the purpose of an illicit affair. Another conubine believes she has been framed and keeps investigating.
Who’s in it. The Blonde in Edo Castle stars Setsuko Ogawa as Ochise(おちせ), Yūko Katagiri as Okou(おこう), Mari Tanaka as Ejima(江島) and Akemi Nijo as Fujio(藤尾), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Blonde in Edo Castle has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Blonde in Edo Castle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Blonde in Edo Castle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Blonde in Edo Castle (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Blonde in Edo Castle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Blonde in Edo Castle worth watching?
- The Blonde in Edo Castle holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Blonde in Edo Castle?
- The Blonde in Edo Castle stars Setsuko Ogawa, Yūko Katagiri, Mari Tanaka, Akemi Nijo and Keiko Tsuzuki.
- When was The Blonde in Edo Castle released?
- The Blonde in Edo Castle was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.