---
title: "Golgo 13"
year: 1973
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/golgo-13-1973"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 54862
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 5.1
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Golgo 13 (1973) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/golgo-13-1973

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Golgo 13 is a 1973 live-action film produced by Toei Company and directed by Junya Sato. The story follows Duke Togo, a professional assassin whose true identity remains unknown to the worldwide intelligence community. He is tasked with the assassination of Boss Goa, the head of a global crime syndicate involved in drugs, weapons, and human trafficking.

The film stars Ken Takakura as Duke Togo and was filmed entirely in the Imperial State of Iran with an entirely Persian supporting cast. It serves as an adaptation of the hit manga and follows the professional assassin as he uses a customized, scoped M16 rifle to complete his assignments.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A professional assassin known as Duke Togo is contracted to kill a worldwide crime syndicate leader."

### Why Watch
- Based on a hit manga
- Features a professional assassin protagonist
- Includes a high-stakes mission against a global crime syndicate

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film was shot entirely in the Imperial State of Iran with an entirely Persian supporting cast
- Tone & Suitability: The film is an action and crime production with a runtime of 1 hour and 44 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #live-action-manga-adaptation, #professional-assassin, #crime-syndicate, #international-intrigue, #action-crime

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is Golgo 13 a movie or a TV show?
This 1973 production is a live-action film.

### Q: Who stars in the film?
The film stars Ken Takakura as Duke Togo and Pouri Banayi as Catherine Morton.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 44 minutes.

### Q: What is the plot about?
The plot follows a professional assassin contracted to kill Boss Goa, the head of a worldwide crime syndicate.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Golgo 13 — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/54862)
- [Golgo 13 - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golgo_13)
- [Golgo 13 (1973) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/54862-13/cast)
- [Golgo 13 (1973) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0174699/)
- [Golgo 13 (TV) - MyAnimeList.net](https://myanimelist.net/anime/4039/Golgo_13_TV)
- [Golgo 13- The Professional (1983) Sub and Dub - Archive.org](https://archive.org/details/golgo-13-the-professional-1983)

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