Benkei
At the end of the Heian period, Musashibo Benkei, a warrior monk who hated the Heike clan, was humiliated by his fellow monks and left the mountain monastery. Soon, Benkei competes with the Heike warriors on the Gojo Bridge in Kyoto and takes away their swords. One night he tried to stop a young man who had a beautiful sword on his belt and fought him, but he could not win. Knowing that this young man Ushiwakamaru (Minamoto no Yoshitsune) is looking for an opportunity to overthrow the Heike clan, Benkei asks him to let him join him.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 弁慶
- Genres: Drama, History, TV Movie
- Release Date: 1997-01-04
- Runtime: 146 minutes
- Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: TV Asahi, Toei Company
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.0296
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew
Ken Matsudaira
as
Kōtarō Satomi
as
Makoto Fujita
as
Nishimura Kazuhiko
as
Narimi Arimori
as
Akiko Hinagata
as
Yoko Minamino
as
Sayuri Kokusho
as
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benkei?▼
Benkei is a Drama, History, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1997-01-04.
Who are the main actors in Benkei?▼
The main cast includes Ken Matsudaira, Kōtarō Satomi, Makoto Fujita, Nishimura Kazuhiko, Narimi Arimori, .
Where can I watch Benkei online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Benkei is available.
Is Benkei based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Benkei?▼
Benkei has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Benkei?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Benkei?▼
The soundtrack was composed by TV Asahi, Toei Company. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Benkei filmed?▼
Benkei was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Benkei?▼
The total runtime of Benkei is 146 minutes.
Is Benkei suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Benkei?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Benkei.
Does Benkei have a post-credit scene?▼
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