Throne of Blood
蜘蛛巣城
Returning to their lord's castle, samurai warriors Washizu and Miki are waylaid by a spirit who predicts their futures. When the first part of the spirit's prophecy comes true, Washizu's scheming wife, Asaji, presses him to speed up the rest of the spirit's prophecy by murdering his lord and usurping his place. Director Akira Kurosawa's resetting of William Shakespeare's "Macbeth" in feudal Japan is one of his most acclaimed films.
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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max and Criterion Channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
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Throne of Blood (1957) Original Trailer [HD]
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Frequently asked questions about Throne of Blood
Where can I watch Throne of Blood in the United States?
Throne of Blood is available to stream on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Throne of Blood on HBO Max?
Yes. Throne of Blood is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Criterion Channel.
Can I watch Throne of Blood for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Throne of Blood needs a subscription to HBO Max and Criterion Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Throne of Blood?
Throne of Blood scores 7.9 on The Movie Database, 8.0 on IMDb, and 93% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in Throne of Blood?
Throne of Blood stars Toshirō Mifune, Isuzu Yamada, Takashi Shimura, Akira Kubo, and Hiroshi Tachikawa. Akira Kurosawa is the director.
How long is Throne of Blood?
Throne of Blood runs 1h 48m (108 minutes).
When did Throne of Blood come out?
Throne of Blood was released on January 15, 1957.
Which studio made Throne of Blood?
Throne of Blood was produced by TOHO and Kurosawa Production in Japan.
How much did Throne of Blood make at the box office?
Throne of Blood grossed $13,422 worldwide.
What language is Throne of Blood in?
Throne of Blood is in Japanese, and its original title is 蜘蛛巣城.
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.