Legend of the Eight Samurai movie poster

Legend of the Eight Samurai

December 10, 1983 2h 13m 5.6/10 (31 votes)

Originally released in 1983. Legend of the Eight Samurai is a fantasy/adventure film. directed by Kinji Fukasaku. With a runtime of 2h 13m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Hiroko Yakushimaru, Hiroyuki Sanada, and Sonny Chiba

Synopsis

The evil Hikita clan rises from the dead to fulfill a curse on the Satomi clan by restoring the face of their warlord by using the skin of Princess Shizu. In the process of trying to capture her, the clan murders her entire family, but Princess Shizu escapes their clutches. She enlists the aid of eight samurai warriors, possessors of powerful magic crystal, led by Dosetsu (Sonny Chiba!) to help rescue the remaining members of her court and revenge her family. Along the way, they must fight undead warriors, evil spirits, poisonous beauties and a giant centipede.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 10, 1983 42 years ago
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Runtime 2h 13m 133 minutes total
User Rating 5.6/10 Mixed (31 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Toei Company
  • KADOKAWA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Legend of the Eight Samurai about?

The evil Hikita clan rises from the dead to fulfill a curse on the Satomi clan by restoring the face of their warlord by using the skin of Princess Shizu. In the process of trying to capture her, t...

Who directed Legend of the Eight Samurai?

Legend of the Eight Samurai was directed by Kinji Fukasaku.

How long is Legend of the Eight Samurai?

Legend of the Eight Samurai has a runtime of 2 hours and 13 minutes (133 minutes total).

When was Legend of the Eight Samurai released?

Legend of the Eight Samurai was released on December 10, 1983 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Legend of the Eight Samurai?

The main cast of Legend of the Eight Samurai includes Hiroko Yakushimaru, Hiroyuki Sanada, Sonny Chiba, Minori Terada, Masaki Kyomoto.