The Monkey Sword Masamune (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1930, The Monkey Sword Masamune is an animation film directed by Yasuji Murata, running about 9 minutes.
What it’s about. During the late Kamakura period, there lived a famous swordsmith known as Masamune whose renown as a swordsmith was so great that even long after his passing the term “Masamune” was used to describe any fine sword. Even today, the Masamune Prize is awarded to swordsmiths of outstanding skills in their craft. In Yasuji Murata’s cutout animation The Monkey Masamune a humble messenger is rewarded with the gift of a Masamune sword when he saves the life of a monkey and her child.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Monkey Sword Masamune has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Monkey Sword Masamune page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Monkey Sword Masamune tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Monkey Sword Masamune (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Monkey Sword Masamune change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Monkey Sword Masamune worth watching?
- The Monkey Sword Masamune holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Monkey Sword Masamune released?
- The Monkey Sword Masamune was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.