The Floating Castle
Originally released in 2012. The Floating Castle is a history/comedy film. directed by Shinji Higuchi. With a runtime of 2h 24m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Mansai Nomura, Nana Eikura, and Hiroki Narimiya
Synopsis
In the year 1590, the mighty warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi is close to fulfilling his ambition of unifying all of Japan under his banner when he comes across unexpected resistance in the form of a floating fortress known as Oshi Castle. Narita Nagachika, a frivolous hedonistic fellow and unlikely candidate for the position of rebel general, finds himself in charge of defending the castle. His odds? An army of 500 men to combat Toyotomi Hideyoshi's army of 20,000.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 2, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
2h 24m
144 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (28 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Mansai Nomura
as Nagachika Narita
Nana Eikura
as Kaihime
Hiroki Narimiya
as Yukie Sakamaki
Tomomitsu Yamaguchi
as Shibazaki
Koichi Sato
as Tanba
Masachika Ichimura
as Hideyoshi Toyotomi
Takehiro Hira
as Masaie Natsuka
Takayuki Yamada
as Yoshitsugu Otani
Yusuke Kamiji
as Mitsunari Ishida
Masahiko Nishimura
as Ujinaga Narita
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- C&I entertainment
- Asmik Ace
- TBS
- The Asahi Shimbun
- ADK
- Chugoku Broadcasting
- Cybird
- Hakuhodo
- jeki
- WDR
- Shizuoka Broadcasting System
- WOWOW
- Television Saitama
- RKB Mainichi Broadcasting Corporation
- Happinet
- Kou Shibusawa Production
- Hokkaido Broadcasting
- Nippan Group Holdings
- BROADCASTING SYSTEM OF NIIGATA
- TBS Radio
- Tokyo FM
- CBC
- TOHO
- Hakuhodo DY Media Partners
- Yahoo! Japan
- Tohoku Broadcasting
- Television Yamanashi
- TSUTAYA Group
- Shogakukan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Floating Castle about?
In the year 1590, the mighty warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi is close to fulfilling his ambition of unifying all of Japan under his banner when he comes across unexpected resistance in the form of a flo...
Who directed The Floating Castle?
The Floating Castle was directed by Shinji Higuchi.
How long is The Floating Castle?
The Floating Castle has a runtime of 2 hours and 24 minutes (144 minutes total).
When was The Floating Castle released?
The Floating Castle was released on November 2, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Floating Castle?
The main cast of The Floating Castle includes Mansai Nomura, Nana Eikura, Hiroki Narimiya, Tomomitsu Yamaguchi, Koichi Sato.