Zatoichi and the Chess Expert
Originally released in 1965. Zatoichi and the Chess Expert is a adventure/action film. directed by Kenji Misumi. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Shintarō Katsu, Mikio Narita, and Kaneko Iwasaki
Synopsis
Zatoichi makes friends with a dangerous chess player, while fending off angry yakuza and bloodthirsty relatives out for revenge, and trying to save a sick child. Meanwhile, his luck with dice is turning.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 24, 1965
60 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (40 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Daiei Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zatoichi and the Chess Expert about?
Zatoichi makes friends with a dangerous chess player, while fending off angry yakuza and bloodthirsty relatives out for revenge, and trying to save a sick child. Meanwhile, his luck with dice is tu...
Who directed Zatoichi and the Chess Expert?
Zatoichi and the Chess Expert was directed by Kenji Misumi.
How long is Zatoichi and the Chess Expert?
Zatoichi and the Chess Expert has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was Zatoichi and the Chess Expert released?
Zatoichi and the Chess Expert was released on December 24, 1965 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Zatoichi and the Chess Expert?
The main cast of Zatoichi and the Chess Expert includes Shintarō Katsu, Mikio Narita, Kaneko Iwasaki, Gaku Yamamoto, Saburo Date.