Yojimbo (1961)

  • CategoryDrama, Thriller
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Runtime1h 50m
  • DirectorAkira Kurosawa
  • IMDb Rating8.1
  • Year1961
  • Release dateApr 25, 1961
  • StarsToshirō Mifune, Tatsuya Nakadai, Yōko Tsukasa, Isuzu Yamada
Yojimbo

Yojimbo

DramaThriller

A nameless ronin, or samurai with no master, enters a small village in feudal Japan where two rival businessmen are struggling for control of the local gambling trade. Taking the name Sanjuro Kuwabatake, the ronin convinces both silk merchant Tazaemon and sake merchant Tokuemon to hire him as a personal bodyguard, then artfully sets in motion a full-scale gang war between the two ambitious and unscrupulous men.

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Yojimbo Synopsis

With an impressive 8.1/10 rating, Yojimbo (1961) is one of the most acclaimed Drama and Thriller films in the 1337x catalog. "Kill one or a hundred... you only hang once" This captivating Drama and Thriller film delivers a memorable cinematic experience from start to finish. Directed by Akira Kurosawa, the film showcases masterful storytelling and visual artistry. Featuring standout performances from Toshirō Mifune, Tatsuya Nakadai, Yōko Tsukasa, the cast brings depth and authenticity to every scene. It has a runtime of 1h 50m. A nameless ronin, or samurai with no master, enters a small village in feudal Japan where two rival businessmen are struggling for control of the local gambling trade. Taking the name Sanjuro Kuwabata...