The Snake Princess movie poster

The Snake Princess

April 3, 1940 1h 52m

Originally released in 1940. The Snake Princess is a history/drama film. directed by Teinosuke Kinugasa.

Starring Kazuo Hasegawa, Isuzu Yamada, and Denjirō Ōkōchi

Synopsis

When Sentarô’s father is killed by a drunken samurai, Sentarô avenges him. His deed puts him on the run and leaves his sister behind. While running from both the authorities and the assassins, Sentarô meets with the beautiful travelling-actress Oshima who takes him under her protection.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 3, 1940 85 years ago
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Runtime 1h 52m 112 minutes total
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Toho Eiga

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Snake Princess about?

When Sentarô’s father is killed by a drunken samurai, Sentarô avenges him. His deed puts him on the run and leaves his sister behind. While running from both the authorities and the assassins, ...

Who directed The Snake Princess?

The Snake Princess was directed by Teinosuke Kinugasa.

How long is The Snake Princess?

The Snake Princess has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).

When was The Snake Princess released?

The Snake Princess was released on April 3, 1940 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Snake Princess?

The main cast of The Snake Princess includes Kazuo Hasegawa, Isuzu Yamada, Denjirō Ōkōchi, Setsuko Hara, Takako Irie.