Sword for Truth (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 4.1
Released in 1990, Sword for Truth is a horror and animation film directed by Osamu Dezaki, running about 49 minutes.
What it’s about. Shurannosuke Sakaki is a masterless samurai with a razor-sharp katana and a cold-hearted personality. Whenever you see the mark of two crossed scythes on his back, death is sure to follow. Because of his exceptional swordsmanship, Shurannosuke is hired by the Nakura Clan to rescue Princess Mayu from the Seki Ninja. In this mission, he must use his full potential to survive the Seki Ninja's notorious henchmen.
Who’s in it. Sword for Truth stars Kazuhiko Inoue as Shurannosuke Sakaki (voice), Rei Sakuma as Princess Mayu (voice), Tessyo Genda as Marouji (voice) and Yuko Mizutani as Mio (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, Sword for Truth has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sword for Truth page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sword for Truth tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sword for Truth (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sword for Truth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sword for Truth worth watching?
- Sword for Truth holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sword for Truth?
- Sword for Truth stars Kazuhiko Inoue, Rei Sakuma, Tessyo Genda, Yuko Mizutani and Ginzo Matsuo.
- When was Sword for Truth released?
- Sword for Truth was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 49 minutes.