Kanei Chronicles (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film
Released in 1991, Kanei Chronicles is an action, drama, adventure and tv movie film directed by Kōsei Saitō, running about 165 minutes.
What it’s about. From all over Japan, the greatest warriors: Yagyu Jubei, Miyamoto Musashi, Araki Mataemon, and more came to test their blades in a tournament of swords. But behind the match a bloodthirsty plot is born. Tokugawa Yorinobu, a corrupt shogunate official plans to assassinate Shogun Iemitsu and take his place. With scheming samurai Yui Shosetsu and ruthless Negoro ninja leader Genyusai, he plans to incite a ronin uprising and cut a bloody trail across Japan, with terrifying Chinese gunboats to back his play. Matsudaira Izu-no-kami, councilor and friend to the shogun, along with master swordsman Yagyu Jubei and ninja master Hanzo Hattori must stop Yui Shosetsu and his army of ronin and ninja assassins from tearing the country in half and taking over the government!
Who’s in it. Kanei Chronicles stars Kotaro Satomi as Izunokami Nobutsuna Matsudaira, Takaaki Enoki as Chuya Marubashi, Yumi Takigawa as Sawa and Misa Shimizu as Princess Kichi, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kanei Chronicles page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kanei Chronicles 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 Kanei Chronicles (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kanei Chronicles change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Kanei Chronicles?
- Kanei Chronicles stars Kotaro Satomi, Takaaki Enoki, Yumi Takigawa, Misa Shimizu and Jun Miho.
- When was Kanei Chronicles released?
- Kanei Chronicles was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 165 minutes.