The Bandits (1968): cast, story & where to watch

1968 · Film

The Bandits poster

Released in 1968, The Bandits is an action and crime film directed by Shigehiro Ozawa, running about 91 minutes.

What it’s about. Action drama about a Japanese gangster in Manchuria circa 1932, who finally joins some Chinese mountain bandits.

Who’s in it. The Bandits stars Koji Tsuruta as Yônosuke Minami, Hiroki Matsukata as Shinji Miki, Kyōsuke Machida as Chin Yômei and Tatsuo Endō as Daisaku Nishikawa, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bandits page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Bandits 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 The Bandits (1968)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bandits change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Bandits?
The Bandits stars Koji Tsuruta, Hiroki Matsukata, Kyōsuke Machida, Tatsuo Endō and Jūshirō Konoe.
When was The Bandits released?
The Bandits was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.