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19543h 27m8.5(4233)

Seven Samurai

七人の侍

Unmatched for suspense and spectacle!

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1954-04-26
3h 27m
JA
Released
TOHO

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A samurai answers a village's request for protection after he falls on hard times. The town needs protection from bandits, so the samurai gathers six others to help him teach the people how to defend themselves, and the villagers provide the soldiers with food.

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About Seven Samurai

Unmatched for suspense and spectacle!

A samurai answers a village's request for protection after he falls on hard times. The town needs protection from bandits, so the samurai gathers six others to help him teach the people how to defend themselves, and the villagers provide the soldiers with food. Running 207 minutes.

Seven Samurai Cast and Characters

The cast features Toshirō Mifune (as Kikuchiyo), Takashi Shimura (as Kambei Shimada), Yoshio Inaba (as Gorobei Katayama), Seiji Miyaguchi (as Kyuzo), and Minoru Chiaki (as Heihachi Hayashida). Their performances are a major reason Seven Samurai has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Seven Samurai

There's a reason Seven Samurai 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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Seven Samurai runs for 207 minutes (about 3.5 hours).

Is Seven Samurai good? What's the rating?

Seven Samurai holds a 8.5/10 rating based on 4,233 reviews — genuinely excellent.

Who is in the cast of Seven Samurai?

The main cast includes Toshirō Mifune, Takashi Shimura, Yoshio Inaba, and Seiji Miyaguchi, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Seven Samurai available in Japanese?

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When was Seven Samurai released?

Seven Samurai was released in 1954.

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Where can I watch Seven Samurai for free?

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What is Seven Samurai about?

Seven Samurai is a Action/Drama film. A samurai answers a village's request for protection after he falls on hard times. The town needs protection from bandits, so the samurai gathers six others to help him teach the people how to defend themselves, and the villagers provide the soldiers with food.

When was Seven Samurai released?

Seven Samurai was released on April 26, 1954. It has a runtime of 3h 27m. The film was produced by TOHO.

Who stars in Seven Samurai?

Seven Samurai stars Toshirō Mifune, Takashi Shimura, Yoshio Inaba and Seiji Miyaguchi. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Seven Samurai available in HD?

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