Jorogumo (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1996, Jorogumo is an action and drama film directed by Yuji Makiguchi, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. Disguised as a brothel guard in a lawless town, a deadly female swordswoman with a dark supernatural secret hunts the man who murdered her mother—but when innocent children become pawns in a deadly trap, she must risk everything to exact her revenge and confront the monster within.
Who’s in it. Jorogumo stars Itsumi Ohsawa, Hiroshi Katsuno, Yūki Mizuhara and Naomasa Rokuhira, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Jorogumo sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jorogumo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jorogumo 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 Jorogumo (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jorogumo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jorogumo worth watching?
- Jorogumo holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Jorogumo?
- Jorogumo stars Itsumi Ohsawa, Hiroshi Katsuno, Yūki Mizuhara, Naomasa Rokuhira and Miyuki Tanigawa.
- When was Jorogumo released?
- Jorogumo was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.