Yojimbo (1961)

1961 · Movie · 110 min. · Japan

Yojimbo (1961)
Yojimbo (1961) YouTube
Action Drama Feudal Japan 19th Century Samurai

Yojimbo (1961) follows a wandering ronin, or masterless samurai, who arrives in a small, desolate town torn apart by two rival criminal gangs. Seeing an opportunity to rid the town of its corruption, the clever and resourceful samurai manipulates both sides, playing them against each other. As tensions escalate, he uses his wits and unmatched swordsmanship to outmaneuver his enemies. The film is a masterful blend of action, dark humor, and moral complexity, exploring themes of power, greed, and redemption. Directed by Akira Kurosawa, it remains a timeless classic in the samurai genre.

Direction Akira Kurosawa

Cast Toshirô Mifune · Tatsuya Nakadai · Yôko Tsukasa · Isuzu Yamada · Daisuke Kato · Seizaburô Kawazu · Takashi Shimura · Hiroshi Tachikawa · Yosuke Natsuki · Eijirô Tono · Kamatari Fujiwara · Ikio Sawamura · Atsushi Watanabe · Susumu Fujita · Kyû Sazanka · Kô Nishimura · Takeshi Katô · Ichirô Nakatani · Sachio Sakai · Akira Tani · Namigoro Rashomon

Soundtrack Masaru Satô

Screenplay Akira Kurosawa · Ryuzo Kikushima

Cinematography Kazuo Miyagawa

Original title Yôjinbô (Yojimbo the Bodyguard)

Also known as Yojimbo the Bodyguard

Where to watch Yojimbo (1961)?

If you are wondering where to watch Yojimbo (1961), LiberFilm makes it easy to find the best streaming option available. Compare streaming platforms and enjoy it online with the best quality and price.

In the United States, you can watch Yojimbo (1961) online on Max. Since availability may vary by country and over time, we recommend checking directly on streaming platforms for the latest options.

Become a film expert

Take your movie experience to the next level:

  • 📌 Use LiberFilm to find movies and series on streaming and instantly discover where to watch them.
  • 🎬 Choose the best option and start watching today.
  • 😎 Already seen it? Mark it as seen and keep exploring our extensive catalog.

Find. Watch. Enjoy! Save time with LiberFilm.

8.1

14K votes (FilmAffinity)

Available on

Max

Add to lists

Share

Related titles