Three Outlaw Samurai
三匹の侍
Shiba, a wandering ronin, encounters a band of peasants who have kidnapped the daughter of their dictatorial magistrate, in hopes of coercing from him a reduction in taxes. Shiba takes up their fight, joined by two renegades from the magistrate's guard, Sakura and Kikyo. The three outlaws find themselves in a battle to the death.
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Streaming now in the United States on Criterion Channel.
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Where can I watch Three Outlaw Samurai in the United States?
Three Outlaw Samurai is available to stream on Criterion Channel in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Three Outlaw Samurai for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Three Outlaw Samurai needs a subscription to Criterion Channel.
What are the ratings for Three Outlaw Samurai?
Three Outlaw Samurai scores 7.5 on The Movie Database, 7.6 on IMDb, and 89% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in Three Outlaw Samurai?
Three Outlaw Samurai stars Tetsuro Tamba, Isamu Nagato, Mikijiro Hira, Miyuki Kuwano, and Yoshiko Kayama. Hideo Gosha is the director.
How long is Three Outlaw Samurai?
Three Outlaw Samurai runs 1h 33m (93 minutes).
When did Three Outlaw Samurai come out?
Three Outlaw Samurai was released on May 13, 1964.
Which studio made Three Outlaw Samurai?
Three Outlaw Samurai was produced by Samurai Productions and Shochiku in Japan.
What language is Three Outlaw Samurai in?
Three Outlaw Samurai is in Japanese, and its original title is 三匹の侍.
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