Archive: Lone Wolf and Cub (2008): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2008, Archive: Lone Wolf and Cub is a notable film.

What it’s about. This series of interviews with the filmmakers who worked on the 6 Baby Cart movies tells the stories behind the story, as they recount what led up to, and how they created the greatest film series in movie history. From the first interview with original author Koike Kazuo through the behind the scenes journey told by half a dozen noted staff members this specially produced DVD is essential viewing for anyone with an interest in samurai movies at their zenith. Starting with the first meeting that original manga author Koike Kazuo had with Wakayama Tomisaburo and never letting up as other notables including director Saito Buichi, producer Sanada Masanori, stunt choreographer Shishido Daizen, cinematographer Morita Fujio, sound recordist Hayashi Tsuchitaro, screenwriter Nakamura Tsutomu, and the real life son of Lone Wolf, Wakayama Kiichiro share their wealth of knowledge.

Who’s in it. Archive: Lone Wolf and Cub stars Buichi Saitō.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Archive: Lone Wolf and Cub page.