An Edo Magistrate
Originally released in 1961. An Edo Magistrate is a feature film. directed by Yasushi Sasaki. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Kinnosuke Nakamura, Sumiko Hidaka, and Keiko Okawa
Synopsis
When a former artisan is tricked into putting his sister up as collateral for a loan by a gangster boss in a crooked gambling casino it sets in motion the story of Ooka Echizen, the famed magistrate of Edo during the reign of Shogun Tsuneyoshi. In a world where humans bow down to dogs and are beheaded for harming them, it's a wonder people can survive at all. Nakamura Kinnosuke is a former samurai who has left the fold to live freely and must put his life on the line to save the girl he loves, and rescue her from the yakuza who duped her brother. When the truth comes out about his background, he is forced to take on the role of Edo Magistrate, a decision that brings him unimaginable heartache and danger!
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 12, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Toei Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is An Edo Magistrate about?
When a former artisan is tricked into putting his sister up as collateral for a loan by a gangster boss in a crooked gambling casino it sets in motion the story of Ooka Echizen, the famed magistrat...
Who directed An Edo Magistrate?
An Edo Magistrate was directed by Yasushi Sasaki.
How long is An Edo Magistrate?
An Edo Magistrate has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was An Edo Magistrate released?
An Edo Magistrate was released on March 12, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in An Edo Magistrate?
The main cast of An Edo Magistrate includes Kinnosuke Nakamura, Sumiko Hidaka, Keiko Okawa, Satomi Oka, Isao Yamagata.