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19601h 49m8.7(11)

Hero of the Red Light District

妖刀物語 花の吉原百人斬り

DramaHistory
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1960-09-03
1h 49m
JA
Released
Toei Company

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A successful textile industrialist from the provinces, who is beloved by his employees for his kindness, cannot find a wife because of a disfiguring birthmark on his face. Even the courtesans in Yoshiwara refuse to entertain him, until an indentured peasant prostitute, Tamarazu, takes the unsavoury assignment and treats him with brash tenderness.

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Stream Hero of the Red Light District online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A highly acclaimed drama and history movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1960, it's earned a solid 8.7/10 from 11 viewers worldwide.

About Hero of the Red Light District

A successful textile industrialist from the provinces, who is beloved by his employees for his kindness, cannot find a wife because of a disfiguring birthmark on his face. Even the courtesans in Yoshiwara refuse to entertain him, until an indentured peasant prostitute, Tamarazu, takes the unsavoury assignment and treats him with brash tenderness. Running 109 minutes.

Hero of the Red Light District Cast and Characters

The cast features Chiezo Kataoka (as Sano Jiro), Yoshie Mizutani (as Tamazuru), Isao Kimura, Minoru Chiaki (as Jôsuke), and Shinobu Chihara (as Yaegaki). Their performances are a major reason Hero of the Red Light District has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Hero of the Red Light District

There's a reason Hero of the Red Light District keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. 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 Hero of the Red Light District?

Hero of the Red Light District runs for 109 minutes (about 1.8 hours).

Is Hero of the Red Light District good? What's the rating?

Hero of the Red Light District holds a 8.7/10 rating based on 11 reviews — genuinely excellent.

Who is in the cast of Hero of the Red Light District?

The main cast includes Chiezo Kataoka, Yoshie Mizutani, Isao Kimura, and Minoru Chiaki, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Hero of the Red Light District available in Japanese?

Yes — Hero of the Red Light District 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 Hero of the Red Light District released?

Hero of the Red Light District was released in 1960.

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Where can I watch Hero of the Red Light District for free?

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What is Hero of the Red Light District about?

Hero of the Red Light District is a Drama/History film. A successful textile industrialist from the provinces, who is beloved by his employees for his kindness, cannot find a wife because of a disfiguring birthmark on his face. Even the courtesans in Yoshiwara refuse to entertain him, until an indentured peasant prostitute, Tamarazu, takes the unsavoury assignment and treats him with brash tenderness.

When was Hero of the Red Light District released?

Hero of the Red Light District was released on September 3, 1960. It has a runtime of 1h 49m. The film was produced by Toei Company.

Who stars in Hero of the Red Light District?

Hero of the Red Light District stars Chiezo Kataoka, Yoshie Mizutani, Isao Kimura and Minoru Chiaki. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Hero of the Red Light District available in HD?

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