Sanjuro 1962
“You cut well, but the best sword stays in its sheath!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Director
- Akira Kurosawa
- Network
- TOHO
What is Sanjuro?
Sanjuro is a film first released in 1962. Catalogued under Drama, Action, Comedy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1962
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 1, 1962
- Studios
- TOHO
- Genres
- Drama, Action, Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.9/10
- Episode runtime
- ~96 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- TOHO
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Overview
Sanjuro is a film first released in 1962. Catalogued under Drama, Action, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by TOHO. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A jaded samurai helps idealistic youths expose their clan’s corruption.”
- Toshiro Mifune’s charismatic performance
- Akira Kurosawa’s masterful direction
- Blend of swordplay and humor
- Period pacing may feel deliberate for modern viewers
Watch it if you enjoy classic samurai tales with humor and a charismatic lead.
Contains sword violence and adult themes typical of samurai dramas, suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed Sanjuro?
Sanjuro was directed by Akira Kurosawa.
Which actor plays the title character?
Toshiro Mifune stars as the samurai Sanjuro.
Is Sanjuro a sequel to another film?
Yes, it is a companion piece and sequel to Kurosawa’s Yojimbo.
What genres does the film blend?
The film combines drama, action, and comedy.
When was the film originally released?
Sanjuro was released in Japan in 1962 and in the United States on May 7, 1963.
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