G.I. Samurai
Originally released in 1979. G.I. Samurai is a action/science fiction film. directed by Kōsei Saitō. With a runtime of 2h 19m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Sonny Chiba, Isao Natsuyagi, and Kôji Naka
Synopsis
A squadron of Japanese Self-Defense Force soldiers find themselves transported through time to their country's warring states era, when rival samurai clans were battling to become the supreme Shogun.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 17, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
2h 19m
139 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (34 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Sonny Chiba
as Lt. Yoshiaki Iba
Isao Natsuyagi
as Nagao Kagetora
Kôji Naka
as Taisuke Mimura
Jun Etoh
as Nobuhiko Ken
Ryô Hayami
as Kazumichi Morishita
Akira Nishikino
as Koji Kikuchi
Yoichi Miura
as Manabu Nonaka
Hiroshi Kamayatsu
as Mokichi Nemoto
Isao Kuraishi
as Masao Maruoka
Ken Takahashi
as Masayoshi Hirai
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- KADOKAWA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G.I. Samurai about?
A squadron of Japanese Self-Defense Force soldiers find themselves transported through time to their country's warring states era, when rival samurai clans were battling to become the supreme Shogun.
Who directed G.I. Samurai?
G.I. Samurai was directed by Kōsei Saitō.
How long is G.I. Samurai?
G.I. Samurai has a runtime of 2 hours and 19 minutes (139 minutes total).
When was G.I. Samurai released?
G.I. Samurai was released on September 17, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in G.I. Samurai?
The main cast of G.I. Samurai includes Sonny Chiba, Isao Natsuyagi, Kôji Naka, Jun Etoh, Ryô Hayami.