The Samurai (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1986, The Samurai is a comedy film directed by Norifumi Suzuki.
What it’s about. It was released on February 15th, 1986 at the Toei Theater.
Who’s in it. The Samurai stars Shigeyuki Nakamura, Noriko Matsumoto, Yukiji Asaoka and Shinobu Horie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Samurai 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 The Samurai page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Samurai tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Samurai (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Samurai change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Samurai worth watching?
- The Samurai holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Samurai?
- The Samurai stars Shigeyuki Nakamura, Noriko Matsumoto, Yukiji Asaoka, Shinobu Horie and Mikio Osawa.
- When was The Samurai released?
- The Samurai was released in 1986.