Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1978, Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron is an action, drama and adventure film directed by Hideo Gosha, running about 163 minutes.
What it’s about. Kumokiri Nizaemon, a former samurai warrior, has abandoned his class to become the leader of a gang of thieves. He leads his outlaws in an attempt to rob the castle of his former clan.
Who’s in it. Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron stars Tatsuya Nakadai as Kumokiri Nizaemon, Shima Iwashita as Chiyo, Matsumoto Hakuō II as Shikubu Abe and Takashi Yamaguchi as Tsugutomo Owari, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron 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 Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron (1978)?
- In US, Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron worth watching?
- Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron?
- Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron stars Tatsuya Nakadai, Shima Iwashita, Matsumoto Hakuō II, Takashi Yamaguchi and Tetsuro Tamba.
- When was Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron released?
- Bandits vs. Samurai Squadron was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 163 minutes.