Kagemusha
The Shadow of a man can never stand up and walk on its own.
Akira Kurosawa's lauded feudal epic presents the tale of a petty thief who is recruited to impersonate Shingen, an aging warlord, in order to avoid attacks by competing clans. When Shingen dies, his generals reluctantly agree to have the impostor take over as the powerful ruler. He soon begins to appreciate life as Shingen, but his commitment to the role is tested when he must lead his troops into battle against the forces of a rival warlord.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 影武者
- Genres: Action, Drama, History, War
- Release Date: 1980-04-26
- Runtime: 180 minutes
- Rating: 7.8/10 (673 votes)
- Budget: $6,000,000
- Revenue: $4,000,000
- Production Companies: TOHO, 20th Century Fox, Kurosawa Production
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.8133
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew
Tatsuya Nakadai
as Shingen Takeda / Kagemusha
Tsutomu Yamazaki
as Nobukado Takeda
Kenichi Hagiwara
as Katsuyori Takeda
Jinpachi Nezu
as Sohachiro Tsuchiya
Hideji Ōtaki
as Masakage Yamagata
Daisuke Ryū
as Nobunaga Oda
Masayuki Yui
as Ieyasu Tokugawa
Kaori Momoi
as Otsuyanokata
Mitsuko Baisho
as Oyunokata
Hideo Murota
as Nobufusa Baba
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Trailers & Clips
Kagemusha (1980) Original Trailer [4K]
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kagemusha?▼
Kagemusha is a Action, Drama, History, War movie directed by . It was released on 1980-04-26.
Who are the main actors in Kagemusha?▼
The main cast includes Tatsuya Nakadai, Tsutomu Yamazaki, Kenichi Hagiwara, Jinpachi Nezu, Hideji Ōtaki, .
Where can I watch Kagemusha online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Kagemusha is available.
Is Kagemusha based on a true story?▼
The Shadow of a man can never stand up and walk on its own.
What is the IMDb rating of Kagemusha?▼
Kagemusha has an IMDb rating of 7.8/10 based on 673 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Kagemusha?▼
The movie had a production budget of $6,000,000 and earned $4,000,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Kagemusha?▼
The soundtrack was composed by TOHO, 20th Century Fox, Kurosawa Production. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Kagemusha filmed?▼
Kagemusha was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Kagemusha?▼
The total runtime of Kagemusha is 180 minutes.
Is Kagemusha suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Kagemusha?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Kagemusha.
Does Kagemusha have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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