The 47 Ronin
Originally released in 1941. The 47 Ronin is a drama/history film. directed by Kenji Mizoguchi. With a runtime of 3h 43m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Chōjūrō Kawarasaki, Kan'emon Nakamura, and Kunitarō Kawarasaki
Synopsis
In 1701, Lord Takuminokami Asano has a feud with Lord Kira and he tries to kill Kira in the corridors of the Shogun's palace. The Shogun sentences Lord Asano to commit suppuku and deprives the palace and lands from his clan, but does not punish Lord Kira. Lord Asano's vassals leave the land and his samurais become ronin and want to seek revenge against the dishonor of their Lord. But their leader Kuranosuke Oishi asks the Shogun to restore the Asano clan with his brother Daigaku Asano. One year later, the Shogun refuses his request and Oishi and forty-six ronin revenge their Lord.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 8, 1941
84 years ago
Runtime
3h 43m
223 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (72 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Chōjūrō Kawarasaki
as Kuranosuke Oishi
Kan'emon Nakamura
as Sukeimon Tomimori
Kunitarō Kawarasaki
as Jurozaemon Isogai
Chōemon Bandō
as Sozaemon Hara
Kikunojo Segawa
as Gengo Ootaka
Utaemon Ichikawa
as Tsunatoyo Tokugawa
Yoshizaburo Arashi
as Lord Takuminokami Asano
Daisuke Katō
as Fuwa Kazuemon
Seizaburō Kawazu
as Lord Etchumori Hosokawa
Mantoyo Mimasu
as Kozunosuke Kira
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The 47 Ronin about?
In 1701, Lord Takuminokami Asano has a feud with Lord Kira and he tries to kill Kira in the corridors of the Shogun's palace. The Shogun sentences Lord Asano to commit suppuku and deprives the pala...
Who directed The 47 Ronin?
The 47 Ronin was directed by Kenji Mizoguchi.
How long is The 47 Ronin?
The 47 Ronin has a runtime of 3 hours and 43 minutes (223 minutes total).
When was The 47 Ronin released?
The 47 Ronin was released on December 8, 1941 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The 47 Ronin?
The main cast of The 47 Ronin includes Chōjūrō Kawarasaki, Kan'emon Nakamura, Kunitarō Kawarasaki, Chōemon Bandō, Kikunojo Segawa.