Hideyoshi (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Series · ★ 9.7
Released in 1996, Hideyoshi is a drama and war & politics series.
What it’s about. A dramatized biography of the second of Japan's three legendary leaders. Rising from obscurity, Hideyoshi served under the command of Oda Nobunaga. With an extraordinary combination of intelligence, bravery and military skill, Hideyoshi rose to near-absolute power and greatly expanded upon Nobunaga's unification of Japan's warlords. This series also focused on Hideyoshi's personal life, particularly his relationships with his mother and his wife, and the pair's rivalry for influence over him.
Who’s in it. Hideyoshi stars Naoto Takenaka as Toyotomi Hideyoshi, Yasuko Sawaguchi as O-Ne, Tetsuya Watari as Oda Nobunaga and Masanobu Takashima as Toyotomi Hidenaga, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.7/10, Hideyoshi 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 Hideyoshi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hideyoshi tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hideyoshi (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hideyoshi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hideyoshi worth watching?
- Hideyoshi holds an audience score of 9.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war & politics. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hideyoshi?
- Hideyoshi stars Naoto Takenaka, Yasuko Sawaguchi, Tetsuya Watari, Masanobu Takashima and Etsuko Ichihara.
- When was Hideyoshi released?
- Hideyoshi was released in 1996.