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Harakiri

切腹

What befalls others today, may be your own fate tomorrow.

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1962-09-15
2h 15m
JA
Released
Shochiku

About

Down-on-his-luck veteran Tsugumo Hanshirō enters the courtyard of the prosperous House of Iyi. Unemployed, and with no family, he hopes to find a place to commit seppuku—and a worthy second to deliver the coup de grâce in his suicide ritual. The senior counselor for the Iyi clan questions the ronin’s resolve and integrity, suspecting Hanshirō of seeking charity rather than an honorable end. What follows is a pair of interlocking stories which lay bare the difference between honor and respect, and promises to examine the legendary foundations of the Samurai code.

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Stream Harakiri online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A highly acclaimed action, drama, and history movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1962, it's earned a solid 8.4/10 from 1,210 viewers worldwide.

About Harakiri

What befalls others today, may be your own fate tomorrow.

Down-on-his-luck veteran Tsugumo Hanshirō enters the courtyard of the prosperous House of Iyi. Unemployed, and with no family, he hopes to find a place to commit seppuku—and a worthy second to deliver the coup de grâce in his suicide ritual. The senior counselor for the Iyi clan questions the ronin’s resolve and integrity, suspecting Hanshirō of seeking charity rather than an honorable end. What follows is a pair of interlocking stories which lay bare the difference between honor and respect, and promises to examine the legendary foundations of the Samurai code. Running 135 minutes.

Harakiri Cast and Characters

The cast features Tatsuya Nakadai (as Hanshiro Tsugumo), Akira Ishihama (as Motome Chijiiwa), Shima Iwashita (as Miho Tsugumo), Tetsuro Tamba (as Hikokuro Omodaka), and Masao Mishima (as Tango Inaba). Their performances are a major reason Harakiri has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Harakiri

There's a reason Harakiri keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and action sequences that don't feel cheap. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is Harakiri?

Harakiri runs for 135 minutes (about 2.3 hours).

Is Harakiri good? What's the rating?

Harakiri holds a 8.4/10 rating based on 1,210 reviews — genuinely excellent.

Who is in the cast of Harakiri?

The main cast includes Tatsuya Nakadai, Akira Ishihama, Shima Iwashita, and Tetsuro Tamba, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Harakiri available in Japanese?

Yes — Harakiri was originally produced in Japanese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was Harakiri released?

Harakiri was released in 1962.

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Where can I watch Harakiri for free?

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What is Harakiri about?

Harakiri is a Action/Drama film. Down-on-his-luck veteran Tsugumo Hanshirō enters the courtyard of the prosperous House of Iyi. Unemployed, and with no family, he hopes to find a place to commit seppuku—and a worthy second to deliver the coup de grâce in his suicide ritual. The senior counselor for the Iyi clan questions the ronin’s resolve and integrity, suspecting Hanshirō of seeking charity rather than an honorable end. What follows is a pair of interlocking stories which lay bare the difference between honor and respect, and promises to examine the legendary foundations of the Samurai code.

When was Harakiri released?

Harakiri was released on September 15, 1962. It has a runtime of 2h 15m. The film was produced by Shochiku.

Who stars in Harakiri?

Harakiri stars Tatsuya Nakadai, Akira Ishihama, Shima Iwashita and Tetsuro Tamba. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Harakiri available in HD?

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