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Zatoichi's Flashing Sword

1964 · 82 min · Director: Kazuo Ikehiro

Zatoichi's Flashing Sword (1964) is an action drama, directed by Kazuo Ikehiro. It stars Shintarō Katsu and Tatsuo Endō. The 82-minute film holds an audience score of 6.9/10.

What Zatoichi's Flashing Sword Is About

Blind masseur Zatoichi is nursed back to health by a young woman after he is shot by a gang member. Zatoichi, who had come to the village to repay a debt, now feels further indebted. He commits himself to use his amazing sword skills to help the young woman's father, whose river-crossing service is under attack by the same gang responsible for Zatoichi's wounds.

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What is Zatoichi's Flashing Sword about?

Blind masseur Zatoichi is nursed back to health by a young woman after he is shot by a gang member. Zatoichi, who had come to the village to repay a debt, now feels further indebted.

Where can I watch Zatoichi's Flashing Sword?

Zatoichi's Flashing Sword is available to watch on digital platforms such as Criterion Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Zatoichi's Flashing Sword?

Zatoichi's Flashing Sword runs for 82 minutes (1h 22m).

When did Zatoichi's Flashing Sword come out?

Zatoichi's Flashing Sword was released in 1964.

Who directed Zatoichi's Flashing Sword?

Zatoichi's Flashing Sword was directed by Kazuo Ikehiro.

Who stars in Zatoichi's Flashing Sword?

Zatoichi's Flashing Sword stars Shintarō Katsu, Tatsuo Endō, Bokuzen Hidari, Ryōsuke Kagawa.

What is Zatoichi's Flashing Sword's rating?

Zatoichi's Flashing Sword holds 7.2/10 on IMDb and 6.9/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 70 out of 100.

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