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Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island (1956)

Movie ★ 7.2 105 min

A humble and simple Takezo abandons his life as a knight errant. He's sought as a teacher and vassal by Shogun, Japan's most powerful clan leader. He's also challenged to fight by the supremely confident and skillful Sasaki Kojiro. Takezo agrees to fight Kojiro in a year's time but rejects Shogun's patronage, choosing instead to live on the edge of a village, raising vegetables. He's followed there by Otsu and later by Akemi, both in love with him. The year ends as Takezo assists the villagers against a band of brigands. He seeks Otsu's forgiveness and accepts her love, then sets off across the water to Ganryu Island for his final contest.

Hiroshi Inagaki Director Tokuhei Wakao Writer Hiroshi Inagaki Writer

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Released
January 3, 1956
Runtime
105 min
IMDb
tt0049710
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Three Outlaw Samurai 1964 ★ 7.4
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Zatoichi the Fugitive 1963 ★ 6.9
The Tale of Zatoichi Continues 1962 ★ 7.0

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Frequently asked questions

What is Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island about?
A humble and simple Takezo abandons his life as a knight errant. He's sought as a teacher and vassal by Shogun, Japan's most powerful clan leader. He's also challenged to fight by the supremely confident and skillful Sasaki Kojiro. Takezo agrees to fight Kojiro in a year's time but rejects Shogun's patronage, choosing instead to live on the edge of a village, raising vegetables. He's followed there by Otsu and later by Akemi, both in love with him. The year ends as Takezo assists the villagers against a band of brigands. He seeks Otsu's forgiveness and accepts her love, then sets off across the water to Ganryu Island for his final contest.
Who directed Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island?
Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island was directed by Hiroshi Inagaki.
Who stars in Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island?
Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island stars Toshirō Mifune, Koji Tsuruta, Kaoru Yachigusa, Mariko Okada.
When was Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island released?
Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island is a 1956 action, adventure, drama, romance, history film.
Where can I watch Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island?
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