The Shogun's Samurai (1978) Pal Dvd9 May 2026
as Yagyū Jūbē Mitsuyoshi (swaggering eye-patched swordsman) Toshiro Mifune as Tokugawa Ieyasu (cameo role) Hiroyuki Sanada in an early career role Etsuko Shiomi Etsushi Takahashi Screenplay: Kinji Fukasaku, Hirô Matsuda, Tatsuo Nogami 🌟 Special Features "The Yagyu Clan Conspiracy" - Original Theatrical Version. Trailer: Original Japanese Trailer.
Yagyū Clan Conspiracy (柳生一族の陰謀) "Intrigue-laden, blood-stirring epic masterpiece." 📀 Disc Information (PAL DVD9) Format: PAL, DVD9 (Dual Layer) Aspect Ratio: 2.39:1 (Widescreen) Region: 2 (Europe/Japan) Audio: Japanese (Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono) Subtitles: English (Optional) Running Time: Approx. 130 minutes 🎬 Synopsis The Shogun's Samurai (1978) PAL DVD9
Fukasaku’s Period Drama – A profile of the director’s move from yakuza films to samurai epics. Gallery: Behind-the-scenes still gallery. 📦 Packaging Notes Front Art: Iconic poster art featuring Sonny Chiba. Interior Artwork: Alternate scene from the 1978 production. 130 minutes 🎬 Synopsis Fukasaku’s Period Drama –
Following the death of the second Tokugawa Shogun, Hidetada, a deadly power struggle ensues. While the shogun's retainers try to conceal his death to secure the succession of his older son, Iemitsu, a rival faction supports his younger brother, Tadanaga. Amidst the intrigue, betrayal, and all-out war, Yagyū Munenori—the shogun's fencing instructor—is prepared to betray his own family to ensure his chosen candidate takes the throne. 🎭 Cast & Crew Kinji Fukasaku ( Battle Royale, Virus ) Starring: Interior Artwork: Alternate scene from the 1978 production
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