Jazz Daimyo (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1986, Jazz Daimyo is a comedy, drama and music film directed by Kihachi Okamoto, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Shipwrecked African-American slaves arrive in the midst of Bakumatsu-era Japan; they soon carve out a niche in the market with their musical talents.
Who’s in it. Jazz Daimyo stars Ikko Furuya as Ryokatsu Kaigo, Ichirô Zaitsu as Kurozaemon Ishide, Ai Kanzaki as Princess Ayako and Mami Okamoto as Princess Matsue, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Jazz Daimyo has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jazz Daimyo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jazz Daimyo tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jazz Daimyo (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jazz Daimyo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jazz Daimyo worth watching?
- Jazz Daimyo holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jazz Daimyo?
- Jazz Daimyo stars Ikko Furuya, Ichirô Zaitsu, Ai Kanzaki, Mami Okamoto and Taiji Tonoyama.
- When was Jazz Daimyo released?
- Jazz Daimyo was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.