The Gambler's Code (1961) : distribution, intrigue et streaming
1961 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1961, The Gambler's Code is a drame and histoire film directed by Kazuo Ikehiro, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. One of Japan's most popular stories is the tale of Kutsukake Tokijiro, a traveling gambler who finds that he must take care of the wife and child of a yakuza he had been forced by the code of the gamblers to fight man to man. In a brilliant performance from super-star Ichikawa Raizo, with strong support from two of the greats from Toho, Shimura Takashi (7 Samurai) and Aratama Michiyo (Sword of Doom) the heartfelt story reaches new heights. Tokijiro, having learned the true nature of the boss to whom he was obligated for having spent a night and eaten at the gang's headquarters takes up arms against them in a running battle fought across the back roads of the entire nation. Another powerful rendition of this superb story, it is not to be missed!
Who’s in it. The Gambler's Code stars Raizō Ichikawa as Kutsukake Tokijirô, Michiyo Aratama as Okinu, Takashi Shimura as Hacchônawate Tokubei and Haruko Sugimura as Oroku, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Gambler's Code 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 The Gambler's Code page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gambler's Code tend to enjoy Les Évadés, Le Parrain, La Liste de Schindler and Le Parrain, 2e partie.
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- Where can I watch The Gambler's Code (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gambler's Code change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Gambler's Code worth watching?
- The Gambler's Code holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drame and histoire. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Gambler's Code?
- The Gambler's Code stars Raizō Ichikawa, Michiyo Aratama, Takashi Shimura, Haruko Sugimura and Fujio Suga.
- When was The Gambler's Code released?
- The Gambler's Code was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.