---
title: "The Sword Knows"
year: 1958
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-sword-knows-1958"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 301517
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 104
community_rating: 8.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Sword Knows (1958) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-sword-knows-1958

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Sword Knows is a film first released in 1958. Catalogued under Action, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Toei Company. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young samurai rebels against his former lord to avenge his parents."

### Why Watch
- Compelling samurai revenge narrative
- Blend of action and dramatic tension

### Caveats & Content Note
- Runtime of 1h44 may limit deeper character development
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains period violence typical of samurai dramas, appropriate for mature viewers.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, drama, samurai, revenge, period

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-sword-knows-1958#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Kokichi Uchide
- **Networks / Studios**: Toei Company

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Kinnosuke Nakamura**
- **Keiko Okawa**
- **Hiromi Hanazono**
- **Harumi Urazato**
- **Hitomi Nakahara**
- **Kasho Nakamura II**
- **Eijirō Kataoka**
- **Sōji Kiyokawa**
- **Yasushi Nagata**
- **Juro Hoshi**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was The Sword Knows released?
It premiered in Japan on September 3, 1958.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is categorized as an action and drama film.

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

### Q: Who is the protagonist?
The story centers on the young samurai Kyonosuke.

### Q: What is the main plot premise?
Kyonosuke defies his former lord Hojo Ujikatsu to avenge his parents' deaths.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Sword Knows — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/301517)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*