Kagemusha
影武者
Akira Kurosawa's lauded feudal epic presents the tale of a petty thief who is recruited to impersonate Shingen, an aging warlord, in order to avoid attacks by competing clans. When Shingen dies, his generals reluctantly agree to have the impostor take over as the powerful ruler. He soon begins to appreciate life as Shingen, but his commitment to the role is tested when he must lead his troops into battle against the forces of a rival warlord.
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Frequently asked questions about Kagemusha
Where can I watch Kagemusha in the United States?
Kagemusha is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Apple TV Store. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for Kagemusha?
Kagemusha scores 7.8 on The Movie Database, 7.9 on IMDb, 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 80 on Metacritic.
Who stars in Kagemusha?
Kagemusha stars Tatsuya Nakadai, Tsutomu Yamazaki, Kenichi Hagiwara, Jinpachi Nezu, and Hideji Ōtaki. Akira Kurosawa is the director.
How long is Kagemusha?
Kagemusha runs 3h (180 minutes).
When did Kagemusha come out?
Kagemusha was released on April 26, 1980.
Which studio made Kagemusha?
Kagemusha was produced by TOHO, 20th Century Fox, and Kurosawa Production in Japan and the United States.
What was the budget for Kagemusha?
Kagemusha was made on a budget of $6,000,000.
How much did Kagemusha make at the box office?
Kagemusha grossed $4,000,000 worldwide, against a budget of $6,000,000.
What language is Kagemusha in?
Kagemusha is in Japanese, and its original title is 影武者.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.