元祿美少年記
Originally released in 1955. 元祿美少年記 is a feature film. directed by Daisuke Itō.
Starring Katsuo Nakamura, Kōji Mitsui, and Haruyo Ichikawa
Synopsis
On February 4th of the 16th year of the Genroku era, Yatō Uemon no Shichi reminisces while waiting his turn for seppuku at the Mizuno residence. When news of his lord, Asano Naganori, attacking Kira Yoshinaka in the palace reached Akō, Uemon no Shichi was sixteen. The family elder, Ōishi Kuranosuke, determined to avenge, gathered allies, but Uemon no Shichi's father, Chōsuke, being sickly and considered too young, was not included. Chōsuke committed suicide.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 21, 1955
70 years ago
Runtime
1h 47m
107 minutes total
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 元祿美少年記 about?
On February 4th of the 16th year of the Genroku era, Yatō Uemon no Shichi reminisces while waiting his turn for seppuku at the Mizuno residence. When news of his lord, Asano Naganori, attacking Ki...
Who directed 元祿美少年記?
元祿美少年記 was directed by Daisuke Itō.
How long is 元祿美少年記?
元祿美少年記 has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
When was 元祿美少年記 released?
元祿美少年記 was released on December 21, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in 元祿美少年記?
The main cast of 元祿美少年記 includes Katsuo Nakamura, Kōji Mitsui, Haruyo Ichikawa, Tatsuya Ishiguro, Keiko Yukishiro.