Shogun Assassin (1980) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Shogun Assassin (1980) — A Shogun who grew paranoid as he became senile sent his ninjas to kill his Streaming on Criterion Channel.
Shogun Assassin (1980) Storyline
A Shogun who grew paranoid as he became senile sent his ninjas to kill his samurai. They failed but did kill the samurai’s wife. The samurai swore to avenge the death of his wife and roams the countryside with his toddler son in search of vengeance.
Full Cast & Crew
- Tomisaburō Wakayama as Ogami Itto
- Akihiro Tomikawa as Daigoro Ogami
- Kayo Matsuo as Supreme Ninja
- Minoru Ōki as Master of Death
- Shin Kishida as Master of Death
- Shogen Nitta as Master of Death
- Reiko Kasahara as Azami
- Akiji Kobayashi as Lord Kurogawa
- Taketoshi Naitō as Lord Bizen
- Tokio Oki as The Shogun
- Lamont Johnson as Voice (voice)
- Marshall Efron as Voice (voice)
- Sandra Bernhard as Voice (voice)
- Vic Davis as Voice (voice)
- Lennie Weinrib as Voice (voice)
Why Watch Shogun Assassin?
The Vibe: Shogun Assassin is a adrenaline-fueled and fast-paced action movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1980. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.8/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for fans of high-octane spectacle and epic set pieces. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with action-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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