Shogun Assassin 1980
“He whips out his sword and relieves his victims of their heads!!”
What is Shogun Assassin?
Shogun Assassin is a film first released in 1980. Catalogued under Action, Adventure.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1980
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 85 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 11, 1980
- Studios
- TOHO, Baby Cart, Katsu Production
- Genres
- Action, Adventure
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Overview
Shogun Assassin is a film first released in 1980. Catalogued under Action, Adventure. Produced and broadcast by TOHO, Baby Cart, Katsu Production. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A wandering samurai seeks vengeance while protecting his young son in feudal Japan.”
- Intense sword combat and visceral action.
- A concise 85‑minute runtime keeps the story focused.
- Graphic violence and mature themes (R rating)
Watch it if you enjoy fast‑paced samurai action and a stark revenge tale.
The film is violent and adult‑oriented, suitable for mature audiences.
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What is the central conflict of the film?
A samurai seeks vengeance after his wife is killed by the shogun’s ninjas.
Who accompanies the samurai on his quest?
He travels with his toddler son.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
What rating does the film carry?
It is rated R (18+) for violence and mature content.
What genre best describes the film?
It is classified as an action and adventure film.
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