The Red Shadow 1961
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Director
- Shigehiro Ozawa
- Network
- Toei Company
What is The Red Shadow?
The Red Shadow is a film first released in 1961. Catalogued under Action, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1961
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 24, 1961
- Studios
- Toei Company
- Genres
- Action, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.7/10
- Episode runtime
- ~91 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Toei Company
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The Red Shadow is a film first released in 1961. Catalogued under Action, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Toei Company. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A samurai leader confronts a mysterious ninja in a tense Edo‑era castle showdown.”
- Period setting with real historical figures
- Dynamic ninja intrigue and swordplay
- Film’s style reflects its 1960s production, which may feel dated
Watch it if you enjoy classic Japanese samurai dramas with ninja suspense.
The film contains period war violence and tense confrontations, suitable for mature audiences.
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What historical period does the film take place in?
It is set fifteen years after the 1600 Battle of Sekigahara, during the early Edo period.
Which historical figures appear in the story?
Tokugawa Ieyasu, Toyotomi Hideyori, and the famed ninja leader Hattori Hanzo are featured.
Is the film in Japanese?
Yes, it is a Japanese production released in 1961.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as an action and drama film.
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