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Golden Peacock Castle (1961): cast, story & where to watch

1961 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1961, Golden Peacock Castle is a notable film directed by Shoji Matsumura, running about 220 minutes. “The peace loving Golden Peacock survivors try to fight the evildoers, and head for the final showdown.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A group of pirates led by the evil Gondaiyu and his wizard, Genkuro, capture the Golden Peacock Castle and massacre the peaceful clan that lives there. The few survivors that manage to escape plot their revenge and wait for the timing to be right for an attack. The struggles of the Golden Peacock Clan continue as they seek to reclaim their home and prevent the evil Gondaiyu from taking their most prized treasures.

Who’s in it. Golden Peacock Castle stars Totsuben Sawamura, Kōtarō Satomi, Shingo Yamashiro and Hiroko Yoshikawa, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Golden Peacock Castle has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Golden Peacock Castle page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Golden Peacock Castle (1961)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Golden Peacock Castle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Golden Peacock Castle worth watching?
Golden Peacock Castle holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Golden Peacock Castle?
Golden Peacock Castle stars Totsuben Sawamura, Kōtarō Satomi, Shingo Yamashiro, Hiroko Yoshikawa and Chōichirō Kawarasaki.
When was Golden Peacock Castle released?
Golden Peacock Castle was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 220 minutes.