The King
"The life story of the shogi master&maniac Sankichi Sakata in the Meiji era."
Originally released in 1962. The King is a drama film. directed by Daisuke Itō.
Starring Rentaro Mikuni, Chikage Awashima, and Yoshiko Mita
Synopsis
The film takes place at the junction of the two eras of Meiji and Taisho. Sakata Sankichi, an uneducated zori sandal maker, becomes a professional shogi player through his genius shogi skills and lives a fanatically devoted shogi game supported by the love of his family. This is the 3rd adaptation of Hideji Hojo's famous play.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 23, 1962
63 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Toei Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The King about?
The film takes place at the junction of the two eras of Meiji and Taisho. Sakata Sankichi, an uneducated zori sandal maker, becomes a professional shogi player through his genius shogi skills and l...
Who directed The King?
The King was directed by Daisuke Itō.
How long is The King?
The King has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was The King released?
The King was released on November 23, 1962 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The King?
The main cast of The King includes Rentaro Mikuni, Chikage Awashima, Yoshiko Mita, Hideo Murata, Sonny Chiba.