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The Wolves

The Wolves

After going to prison for killing the boss of the Kanno gang, Seji Iwahashi (Tatsuya Nakadai) gets released early -- only to find that his former gang has merged with the Kannos. But with bitter resentments lingering on both sides, how long will it be before the bloodshed begins anew? Set in 1926 Japan, this serpentine crime thriller from director Hideo Gosha also stars Toshio Kurosawa and Isao Natsuyagi as Iwahashi's closest ally.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: 出所祝い
  • Genres: Crime, Drama
  • Release Date: 1971-10-30
  • Runtime: 131 minutes
  • Rating: 7.4/10 (20 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: TOHO
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.6934
  • Languages: Japanese

Cast & Crew

Tatsuya Nakadai

Tatsuya Nakadai

as Seji Iwahashi

Noboru Andō

Noboru Andō

as Gunjiro Ozeki

Komaki Kurihara

Komaki Kurihara

as Niece

Kyōko Enami

Kyōko Enami

as Oyu

Toshio Kurosawa

Toshio Kurosawa

as Tsutomu Onodera

Isao Natsuyagi

Isao Natsuyagi

as Tetsunosuke Sakaki

Kunie Tanaka

Kunie Tanaka

as Matsuzo Tsumura

Hiroshi Tanaka

Hiroshi Tanaka

as

Hiroshi Hasegawa

Hiroshi Hasegawa

as

Kyōichi Satō

Kyōichi Satō

as

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Shussho iwai / The Wolves (1971) Original Trailer [FHD]

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Wolves?

The Wolves is a Crime, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1971-10-30.

Who are the main actors in The Wolves?

The main cast includes Tatsuya Nakadai, Noboru Andō, Komaki Kurihara, Kyōko Enami, Toshio Kurosawa, .

Where can I watch The Wolves online?

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

Is The Wolves based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of The Wolves?

The Wolves has an IMDb rating of 7.4/10 based on 20 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Wolves?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for The Wolves?

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

Where was The Wolves filmed?

The Wolves was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Wolves?

The total runtime of The Wolves is 131 minutes.

Is The Wolves suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Wolves?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Wolves.

Does The Wolves have a post-credit scene?

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

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