Thus Blew the Divine Wind (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film
Released in 1944, Thus Blew the Divine Wind is a drama and history film directed by Santaro Marune, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in the late thirteenth century, Kakute kamikaze wa fuku (Thus Blew the Divine Wind, 1944) depicts an important historical event as the defense of southern Japan led by the Kono clan against the Mongol invasion in 1281. It features a full-scale hurricane destroying enemy ships, a cast of thousands to drown, and an all-star cast in the lead roles.
Who’s in it. Thus Blew the Divine Wind stars Tsumasaburō Bandō as Michiari Kôno, Chiezō Kataoka as Tokimune Hôjô, Utaemon Ichikawa and Kanjūrō Arashi, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thus Blew the Divine Wind page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thus Blew the Divine Wind tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thus Blew the Divine Wind (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thus Blew the Divine Wind change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Thus Blew the Divine Wind?
- Thus Blew the Divine Wind stars Tsumasaburō Bandō, Chiezō Kataoka, Utaemon Ichikawa, Kanjūrō Arashi and Ryūnosuke Tsukigata.
- When was Thus Blew the Divine Wind released?
- Thus Blew the Divine Wind was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.