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Karate for Life

Karate for Life

The last of the Masutatsu Oyama trilogy. Oyama takes a job as a professional wrestler in Okinawa, but when he discovers that he is expected to take a dive, he quits in disgust. However, when a friend finds herself in desperate need of medical supplies, Oyama steps back in the ring to raise the money—but will he be able to follow the script this time?

Where to Watch

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: 空手バカ一代
  • Genres: Action
  • Release Date: 1977-05-14
  • Runtime: 91 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (15 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Toei Company
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.7019
  • Languages: Japanese

Cast & Crew

Sonny Chiba

Sonny Chiba

as Sensei Masutatsu Oyama

Hideo Murota

Hideo Murota

as

Masaru Shiga

Masaru Shiga

as

Masashi Ishibashi

Masashi Ishibashi

as

Yoko Natsuki

Yoko Natsuki

as

Hiroshi Nawa

Hiroshi Nawa

as

Asao Uchida

Asao Uchida

as

Kōjirō Hongō

Kōjirō Hongō

as

Takashi Hio

Takashi Hio

as

Hiroshi Kondō

Hiroshi Kondō

as

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

martial artskarate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Karate for Life?

Karate for Life is a Action movie directed by . It was released on 1977-05-14.

Who are the main actors in Karate for Life?

The main cast includes Sonny Chiba, Hideo Murota, Masaru Shiga, Masashi Ishibashi, Yoko Natsuki, .

Where can I watch Karate for Life online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Karate for Life is available.

Is Karate for Life based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Karate for Life?

Karate for Life has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 15 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Karate for Life?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Karate for Life?

The soundtrack was composed by Toei Company. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Karate for Life filmed?

Karate for Life was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Karate for Life?

The total runtime of Karate for Life is 91 minutes.

Is Karate for Life suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Karate for Life?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Karate for Life.

Does Karate for Life have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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