
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: 3.736
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew

Shintarō Katsu
as Zatoichi

Kanako Higuchi
as Boss Han Bosatsu

Takanori Jinnai
as Inspector Hanshu

Ryuutarô Gan
as Boss Goemon

Yuya Uchida
as Boss Akabei

Toyomi Kusano
as Ume

Tsurutaro Kataoka
as Tsuru

Miho Nakayama
as

Ken Ogata
as

Norihei Miki
as
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Trailers & Clips
Zatoichi - The Blind Swordsman (1989) - Trailer
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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?▼
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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?▼
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