The Hidden Blade (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 2004, The Hidden Blade is a drama and romance film directed by Yoji Yamada, running about 132 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in 19th Century Japan a young samurai who finds himself in love with a farm girl leaves his home to begin a new life. He has to take stock of his new life when he is put to the test and ordered to kill a traitor who just happens to be his dearest friend.
Who’s in it. The Hidden Blade stars Masatoshi Nagase as Munezô Katagiri, Takako Matsu as Kie, Hidetaka Yoshioka as Samon Shimada and Yukiyoshi Ozawa as Yaichirô Hazama, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Hidden Blade has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hidden Blade page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hidden Blade tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hidden Blade (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hidden Blade change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Hidden Blade worth watching?
- The Hidden Blade holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Hidden Blade?
- The Hidden Blade stars Masatoshi Nagase, Takako Matsu, Hidetaka Yoshioka, Yukiyoshi Ozawa and Tomoko Tabata.
- When was The Hidden Blade released?
- The Hidden Blade was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 132 minutes.