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19661h 23m7.1(208)

Tokyo Drifter

東京流れ者

ThrillerCrimeAction
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1966-04-10
1h 23m
JA
Released
Nikkatsu Corporation

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After yakuza boss Kurata dissolves his own criminal empire, a rival kingpin offers a position to Kurata's top operative, Tetsuya "Phoenix Tetsu" Hondo. When the fiercely loyal Tetsu declines, Otsuka taps unstoppable Tatsuzo the "Viper", a ruthless gun-for-hire, to assassinate him. As the Viper trails his target through the countryside, the agile Phoenix Tetsu grows concerned that one of his former associates has betrayed him.

#hitman#yakuza#tokyo, japan#japanese noir#1960s#japanese new wave

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About Tokyo Drifter

After yakuza boss Kurata dissolves his own criminal empire, a rival kingpin offers a position to Kurata's top operative, Tetsuya "Phoenix Tetsu" Hondo. When the fiercely loyal Tetsu declines, Otsuka taps unstoppable Tatsuzo the "Viper", a ruthless gun-for-hire, to assassinate him. As the Viper trails his target through the countryside, the agile Phoenix Tetsu grows concerned that one of his former associates has betrayed him. Running 83 minutes.

Tokyo Drifter Cast and Characters

The cast features Tetsuya Watari (as Tetsuya "Phoenix Tetsu" Hondo), Chieko Matsubara (as Chiharu), Hideaki Nitani (as Kenji Aizawa), Tamio Kawachi (as Tatsuzo the Viper), and Eiji Gō (as Tanaka). Their performances are a major reason Tokyo Drifter has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Tokyo Drifter

Tokyo Drifter flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is action sequences that don't feel cheap and tight pacing that earns its twists. 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 Tokyo Drifter?

Tokyo Drifter runs for 83 minutes (about 1.4 hour).

Is Tokyo Drifter good? What's the rating?

Tokyo Drifter holds a 7.1/10 rating based on 208 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of Tokyo Drifter?

The main cast includes Tetsuya Watari, Chieko Matsubara, Hideaki Nitani, and Tamio Kawachi, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Tokyo Drifter available in Japanese?

Yes — Tokyo Drifter 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 Tokyo Drifter released?

Tokyo Drifter was released in 1966.

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Where can I watch Tokyo Drifter for free?

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What is Tokyo Drifter about?

Tokyo Drifter is a Thriller/Crime film. After yakuza boss Kurata dissolves his own criminal empire, a rival kingpin offers a position to Kurata's top operative, Tetsuya "Phoenix Tetsu" Hondo. When the fiercely loyal Tetsu declines, Otsuka taps unstoppable Tatsuzo the "Viper", a ruthless gun-for-hire, to assassinate him. As the Viper trails his target through the countryside, the agile Phoenix Tetsu grows concerned that one of his former associates has betrayed him.

When was Tokyo Drifter released?

Tokyo Drifter was released on April 10, 1966. It has a runtime of 1h 23m. The film was produced by Nikkatsu Corporation.

Who stars in Tokyo Drifter?

Tokyo Drifter stars Tetsuya Watari, Chieko Matsubara, Hideaki Nitani and Tamio Kawachi. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Tokyo Drifter available in HD?

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