Attack Squadron
"A dramatic story of the last days of the Imperial Japanese Air Force"
Originally released in 1963. Attack Squadron is a action/drama film. directed by Shūe Matsubayashi.
Starring Toshirō Mifune, Yūzō Kayama, and Takashi Shimura
Synopsis
Lt. Col. Senda resists the idea of sending Japanese fighter pilots on suicide missions. He believes that what is really necessary for Japan to regain momentum in the war is for the air force to gather its most brilliant pilots into an elite squadron and use the unit to pinpoint attacks on the Americans. Disrespected by the kamikaze pilots who think the "non-suicidal" pilots are afraid, the unit redeems itself by stunning victories. But success leads the military leaders to expect too much of the unit, and new orders portend disaster.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 3, 1963
63 years ago
Runtime
1h 41m
101 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Toshirō Mifune
as Lt. Colonel Senda
Yūzō Kayama
as Captain Shiro Taki
Takashi Shimura
as Admiral
Yōsuke Natsuki
as Captain Nobuo Ataka
Makoto Satō
as Teppei Yano
Susumu Fujita
as Yamato Commander Ito
Jun Tazaki
as Commander
Akihiko Hirata
as Senda's Aide
Yoshibumi Tajima
as Sailor
Yoshio Kosugi
as Destroyer Captain
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- TOHO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Attack Squadron about?
Lt. Col. Senda resists the idea of sending Japanese fighter pilots on suicide missions. He believes that what is really necessary for Japan to regain momentum in the war is for the air force to gat...
Who directed Attack Squadron?
Attack Squadron was directed by Shūe Matsubayashi.
How long is Attack Squadron?
Attack Squadron has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
When was Attack Squadron released?
Attack Squadron was released on January 3, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Attack Squadron?
The main cast of Attack Squadron includes Toshirō Mifune, Yūzō Kayama, Takashi Shimura, Yōsuke Natsuki, Makoto Satō.