Red Lion (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1969, Red Lion is an action and comedy film directed by Kihachi Okamoto, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. Impersonating an Imperial Army officer by wearing a "red lion's mane", a poor servant returns to his village after 10 years of absence to end the village's suffering caused by corrupt officials.
Who’s in it. Red Lion stars Toshirō Mifune as Gonzo, Shima Iwashita as Tomi, Etsushi Takahashi as Ichinose Hanzo and Minori Terada as Sanji, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Red Lion has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Red Lion page.
If you liked it. Fans of Red Lion 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 Red Lion (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Red Lion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Red Lion worth watching?
- Red Lion holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Red Lion?
- Red Lion stars Toshirō Mifune, Shima Iwashita, Etsushi Takahashi, Minori Terada and Nobuko Otowa.
- When was Red Lion released?
- Red Lion was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.