Yojimbo
Kill one or a hundred... you only hang once
A nameless ronin, or samurai with no master, enters a small village in feudal Japan where two rival businessmen are struggling for control of the local gambling trade. Taking the name Sanjuro Kuwabatake, the ronin convinces both silk merchant Tazaemon and sake merchant Tokuemon to hire him as a personal bodyguard, then artfully sets in motion a full-scale gang war between the two ambitious and unscrupulous men.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 用心棒
- Genres: Drama, Thriller
- Release Date: 1961-04-25
- Runtime: 110 minutes
- Rating: 8.1/10 (1604 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: TOHO
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.8442
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew
Toshirō Mifune
as Sanjuro Kuwabatake / The Samurai
Tatsuya Nakadai
as Unosuke, gunfighter
Yōko Tsukasa
as Nui
Isuzu Yamada
as Orin
Daisuke Katō
as Inokichi
Seizaburō Kawazu
as Seibê - brothel operator
Takashi Shimura
as Tokuemon, sake brewer
Hiroshi Tachikawa
as Yoichiro
Yōsuke Natsuki
as Kohei's Son
Eijirō Tōno
as Gonji, Tavern Keeper
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Trailers & Clips
Yojimbo (1961) Original Trailer [4K]
YOJIMBO Trailer (1961) - The Criterion Collection
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yojimbo?▼
Yojimbo is a Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1961-04-25.
Who are the main actors in Yojimbo?▼
The main cast includes Toshirō Mifune, Tatsuya Nakadai, Yōko Tsukasa, Isuzu Yamada, Daisuke Katō, .
Where can I watch Yojimbo online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Yojimbo is available.
Is Yojimbo based on a true story?▼
Kill one or a hundred... you only hang once
What is the IMDb rating of Yojimbo?▼
Yojimbo has an IMDb rating of 8.1/10 based on 1604 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Yojimbo?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Yojimbo?▼
The soundtrack was composed by TOHO. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Yojimbo filmed?▼
Yojimbo was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Yojimbo?▼
The total runtime of Yojimbo is 110 minutes.
Is Yojimbo suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Yojimbo?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Yojimbo.
Does Yojimbo have a post-credit scene?▼
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