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19812h 27m8.0(2)

Flames of Blood

炎のごとく

ActionDrama
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1981-05-09
2h 27m
JA
Released
TOHO

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​The story follows the chance meeting between Senkichi, a wandering gambler on the run, and Orin, a blind musician who offers him kindness and shelter. As their lives become intertwined, they attempt to find a sense of peace and domesticity while caught in the crossfire of the violent Bakumatsu revolution.

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Stream Flames of Blood online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A highly acclaimed action and drama movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1981, it's earned a solid 8.0/10 from 2 viewers worldwide.

About Flames of Blood

​The story follows the chance meeting between Senkichi, a wandering gambler on the run, and Orin, a blind musician who offers him kindness and shelter. As their lives become intertwined, they attempt to find a sense of peace and domesticity while caught in the crossfire of the violent Bakumatsu revolution. Running 147 minutes.

Flames of Blood Cast and Characters

The cast features Bunta Sugawara (as Senkichi), Mitsuko Baisho (as Orin), Tomisaburō Wakayama (as Seihachi), Hiroko Sakuramachi (as Naka), and Kōkichi Takada. Their performances are a major reason Flames of Blood has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Flames of Blood

There's a reason Flames of Blood 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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Where can I watch Flames of Blood online for free?

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How long is Flames of Blood?

Flames of Blood runs for 147 minutes (about 2.5 hours).

Is Flames of Blood good? What's the rating?

Flames of Blood holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 2 reviews — genuinely excellent.

Who is in the cast of Flames of Blood?

The main cast includes Bunta Sugawara, Mitsuko Baisho, Tomisaburō Wakayama, and Hiroko Sakuramachi, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Flames of Blood available in Japanese?

Yes — Flames of Blood 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 Flames of Blood released?

Flames of Blood was released in 1981.

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Where can I watch Flames of Blood for free?

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What is Flames of Blood about?

Flames of Blood is a Action/Drama film. ​The story follows the chance meeting between Senkichi, a wandering gambler on the run, and Orin, a blind musician who offers him kindness and shelter. As their lives become intertwined, they attempt to find a sense of peace and domesticity while caught in the crossfire of the violent Bakumatsu revolution.

When was Flames of Blood released?

Flames of Blood was released on May 9, 1981. It has a runtime of 2h 27m. The film was produced by TOHO.

Who stars in Flames of Blood?

Flames of Blood stars Bunta Sugawara, Mitsuko Baisho, Tomisaburō Wakayama and Hiroko Sakuramachi. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Flames of Blood available in HD?

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