The Bushido Blade 1981
“BUSHIDO means revenge - BUSHIDO means bloodshed - BUSHIDO means violent death!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 104 minutes
- Director
- Tsugunobu Kotani
- Networks
- Trident Films Ltd., Rankin/Bass Productions
What is The Bushido Blade?
The Bushido Blade is a film first released in 1981. Catalogued under History, Action, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1981
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 104 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 19, 1981
- Studios
- Trident Films Ltd., Rankin/Bass Productions
- Genres
- History, Action, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.5/10
- Episode runtime
- ~104 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Trident Films Ltd., Rankin/Bass Productions
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Overview
The Bushido Blade is a film first released in 1981. Catalogued under History, Action, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Trident Films Ltd., Rankin/Bass Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A stolen samurai blade sparks a cross‑cultural chase.”
- period action drama
- samurai and naval characters team up
- concise 1h44m runtime
- its 104‑minute length limits story depth
Watch it if you enjoy period action dramas featuring samurai and naval characters on a quest.
The film includes combat and themes of honor, suited for mature audiences.
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What is the central object of the film?
A steel samurai blade that was to be given to the American ambassador.
Who steals the blade?
The blade is stolen, prompting the ensuing pursuit.
Who is sent to retrieve the stolen blade?
American sailors and Japanese samurai are dispatched to find it.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as history, action, and drama.
When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on June 19, 1981.
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