The Dry Blade (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2012, The Dry Blade is a notable film directed by Michael Fredianelli, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1873, Emperor Meiji abolished the rights of the samurai in favor of a modern, westernized military. With intentions to launch a bloody crusade against the government, warrior Endo Tadaoki (Henry Lee) gathers his remaining men to prepare for one last honorable battle against the emperor and regain the supremacy of the samurai. As fellow warrior Kido Masahide (Vint Carmona) refuses to join the war, he and his wife are brutally murdered at the hands of Endo's blade before being robbed of their family swords. When Kido's only son (Michael Nosé) is also pressured to join Endo's forces, he instead chooses a fatal confrontation with his parents' assailant. Suffering from a rare medical condition that renders his skin allergic to water, Ken embarks on his quest to find a sword and avenge his family's death.
Who’s in it. The Dry Blade stars Michael Nosé as Ken Masahide, Henry Lee as Endo Tadaoki, Carl Joseph Schreiber as Karl Hyde and Ruth Fox as Beatrice Hyde, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Dry Blade 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 Dry Blade page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dry Blade (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dry Blade change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Dry Blade worth watching?
- The Dry Blade holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Dry Blade?
- The Dry Blade stars Michael Nosé, Henry Lee, Carl Joseph Schreiber, Ruth Fox and Connie Jo Sechrist.
- When was The Dry Blade released?
- The Dry Blade was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.