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Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally

Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally

Older, wiser but still a wandering loner, the blind, peace-loving masseur Ichi seeks a peaceful life in a rural village. When he's caught in the middle of a power struggle between two rival Yakuza clans, his reputation as a deadly defender of the innocent is put to the ultimate test in a series of sword-slashing showdowns.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: 座頭市
  • Genres: Action, Drama, Adventure
  • Release Date: 1989-02-04
  • Runtime: 116 minutes
  • Rating: 6.4/10 (43 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Katsu Production, Shochiku
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.8622
  • Languages: Japanese

Cast & Crew

Shintarō Katsu

Shintarō Katsu

as Zatoichi

Kanako Higuchi

Kanako Higuchi

as Boss Han Bosatsu

Takanori Jinnai

Takanori Jinnai

as Inspector Hanshu

Ryuutarô Gan

Ryuutarô Gan

as Boss Goemon

Yuya Uchida

Yuya Uchida

as Boss Akabei

Toyomi Kusano

Toyomi Kusano

as Ume

Tsurutaro Kataoka

Tsurutaro Kataoka

as Tsuru

Miho Nakayama

Miho Nakayama

as

Ken Ogata

Ken Ogata

as

Norihei Miki

Norihei Miki

as

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Zatoichi - The Blind Swordsman (1989) - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

samuraiswordsmanblindjidaigeki

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally?

Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally is a Action, Drama, Adventure movie directed by . It was released on 1989-02-04.

Who are the main actors in Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally?

The main cast includes Shintarō Katsu, Kanako Higuchi, Takanori Jinnai, Ryuutarô Gan, Yuya Uchida, .

Where can I watch Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally is available.

Is Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally?

Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally has an IMDb rating of 6.4/10 based on 43 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally?

The soundtrack was composed by Katsu Production, Shochiku. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally filmed?

Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally?

The total runtime of Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally is 116 minutes.

Is Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally.

Does Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally have a post-credit scene?

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