Samurai from Nowhere (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1964, Samurai from Nowhere is an action and adventure film directed by Seiichirô Uchikawa, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Misawa Ihei (Nagato) is traveling with his wife Tae (Iwashita Shima) who abhors the practice of sword fighting for prize money. Tae is the daughter of the clan's chief counselor who married the low-ranking Ihei to avoid becoming the clan lord's mistress. Into the mix comes Oba Gunjuro (Tetsurō Tamba), a mysterious ronin who will do anything for money. This leads to a fitting climax as the forces of hate and love converge while the couple attempt to break through the border!
Who’s in it. Samurai from Nowhere stars Isamu Nagato as Ihei Misawa, Shima Iwashita as Tae, Chieko Baisho as Chigusa and Seiji Miyaguchi as Tatewaki Komuro, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Samurai from Nowhere 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 Samurai from Nowhere page.
If you liked it. Fans of Samurai from Nowhere 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 Samurai from Nowhere (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Samurai from Nowhere change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Samurai from Nowhere worth watching?
- Samurai from Nowhere holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Samurai from Nowhere?
- Samurai from Nowhere stars Isamu Nagato, Shima Iwashita, Chieko Baisho, Seiji Miyaguchi and Kichijirō Ueda.
- When was Samurai from Nowhere released?
- Samurai from Nowhere was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.