---
title: "Blade of the Immortal"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/blade-of-the-immortal-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 426284
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 140
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Blade of the Immortal (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/blade-of-the-immortal-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Blade of the Immortal is a film first released in 2017. Catalogued under Action, Fantasy, Adventure. Produced and broadcast by TV Asahi, Recorded Picture Company, GYAO. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An immortal samurai fights to redeem his soul by protecting a vengeful girl."

### Why Watch
- Intense sword fights and supernatural curse
- A revenge narrative that drives the plot
- Atmospheric blend of action, fantasy, and drama

### Caveats & Content Note
- At 2h20m, the film’s length can feel extended
- Graphic violence may deter sensitive viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains graphic violence and dark themes, making it suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dark, revenge, action, fantasy, dramatic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/blade-of-the-immortal-2017#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Takashi Miike
- **Networks / Studios**: TV Asahi, Recorded Picture Company, GYAO

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Takuya Kimura** as *Manji*
- **Hana Sugisaki** as *Machi / Rin Asano*
- **Sota Fukushi** as *Anotsu Kagehisa*
- **Hayato Ichihara** as *Shira*
- **Erika Toda** as *Makie Otono-Tachibana*
- **Kazuki Kitamura** as *Sabato Kuroi*
- **Chiaki Kuriyama** as *Hyakurin*
- **Shinnosuke Mitsushima** as *Taito Magatsu*
- **Ken Kaneko** as *Hishiyasu Shido*
- **Yōko Yamamoto** as *Yaobikuni*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What curse does the protagonist bear?
Manji is cursed with immortality.

### Q: Who partners with Manji on his mission?
He allies with a young girl named Rin who seeks vengeance.

### Q: What motivates Manji’s quest?
He aims to regain his soul by fighting evil after his sister’s murder.

### Q: Which genres are combined in the film?
The movie mixes action, fantasy, adventure, and drama.

### Q: How long is the runtime?
The film runs about 2 hours and 20 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Blade of the Immortal — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/426284)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*