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19641h 58m7.3(25)

The Great Killing

大殺陣

Heaven has no swords.

ActionDrama
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1964-06-03
1h 58m
JA
Released
Toei Company

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A cynical samurai is left as the sole survivor to fulfill a plot to assassinate the puppet of a villain intent on usurping the shogunate in the 17th century. A Shogunate Elder connives to rule Japan by making his puppet, the Shogun's brother Tsunashige, the next Shogun. The best strategist in Japan, Yamaga, leads a plot to stop the Elder, but his cabal is betrayed and most of the conspirators are captured and tortured.

#japan#samurai#assassination#conspiracy#jidaigeki#edo period#chanbara#17th century#bushi#時代劇

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About The Great Killing

Heaven has no swords.

A cynical samurai is left as the sole survivor to fulfill a plot to assassinate the puppet of a villain intent on usurping the shogunate in the 17th century. A Shogunate Elder connives to rule Japan by making his puppet, the Shogun's brother Tsunashige, the next Shogun. The best strategist in Japan, Yamaga, leads a plot to stop the Elder, but his cabal is betrayed and most of the conspirators are captured and tortured. Running 118 minutes.

The Great Killing Cast and Characters

The cast features Tōru Abe, Mikijiro Hira, Yoshio Inaba, Chiezo Kataoka, and Chōichirō Kawarasaki. Their performances are a major reason The Great Killing has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Great Killing

The Great Killing flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. 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 The Great Killing?

The Great Killing runs for 118 minutes (about 2 hours).

Is The Great Killing good? What's the rating?

The Great Killing holds a 7.3/10 rating based on 25 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of The Great Killing?

The main cast includes Tōru Abe, Mikijiro Hira, Yoshio Inaba, and Chiezo Kataoka, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Great Killing available in Japanese?

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When was The Great Killing released?

The Great Killing was released in 1964.

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Where can I watch The Great Killing for free?

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What is The Great Killing about?

The Great Killing is a Action/Drama film. A cynical samurai is left as the sole survivor to fulfill a plot to assassinate the puppet of a villain intent on usurping the shogunate in the 17th century. A Shogunate Elder connives to rule Japan by making his puppet, the Shogun's brother Tsunashige, the next Shogun. The best strategist in Japan, Yamaga, leads a plot to stop the Elder, but his cabal is betrayed and most of the conspirators are captured and tortured.

When was The Great Killing released?

The Great Killing was released on June 3, 1964. It has a runtime of 1h 58m. The film was produced by Toei Company.

Who stars in The Great Killing?

The Great Killing stars Tōru Abe, Mikijiro Hira, Yoshio Inaba and Chiezo Kataoka. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Great Killing available in HD?

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