The Eccentric Shinza (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1987, The Eccentric Shinza is a drama film directed by Eiichi Kudō, running about 45 minutes.
What it’s about. Shinza is known for his stubborn personality and continues to hold a low-ranking position as a magistrate, despite his colleague Kato becoming the deputy chief retainer. His daughter has feelings for Hachiro, one of her father's subordinates, but she is afraid to express her emotions because of Shinza's intimidating presence. One day, Shinza gets involved in a violent incident within the castle.
Who’s in it. The Eccentric Shinza stars Bunta Sugawara as Shinza, Shigeru Kōyama as Kato, Keiko Oginome and Koichi Miura as Hachiro, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Eccentric Shinza has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Eccentric Shinza page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Eccentric Shinza tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Eccentric Shinza (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Eccentric Shinza change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Eccentric Shinza worth watching?
- The Eccentric Shinza holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Eccentric Shinza?
- The Eccentric Shinza stars Bunta Sugawara, Shigeru Kōyama, Keiko Oginome, Koichi Miura and Sayoko Ninomiya.
- When was The Eccentric Shinza released?
- The Eccentric Shinza was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 45 minutes.