The 47 Ronin (1941)
Storyline
In the early 18th-century, Lord Takumi-no-kami Asano, feuding with Lord Kira, tries to kill his opponent in the corridors of the Shogun's palace. The Shogun sentences Asano to seppuku and deprives the palace and lands from his clan, but does not punish Kira. Asano's vassals leave the land and his samurais become ronin and want to seek revenge against the Lord's dishonour. But their leader Kuranosuke Oishi seeks to restore the Asano clan with his brother Daigaku Asano. One year later, the Shogun refuses, and Oishi and 46 rōnin are out for revenge.
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Movie Details
| Original title | 元禄 忠臣蔵 |
|---|---|
| Release date | Dec 8, 1941 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | japan, loyalty, samurai, pride, ronin, shogun, feudal japan, seppuku, kyoto, japan, revenge killing, feudal lord, dignity |
FAQ
What is The 47 Ronin about?
In the early 18th-century, Lord Takumi-no-kami Asano, feuding with Lord Kira, tries to kill his opponent in the corridors of the Shogun's palace. The Shogun sentences Asano to seppuku and deprives the palace and lands from his clan, but does not punish Kira. Asano's vassals leave the land and his samurais become ronin and want to seek revenge against the Lord's dishonour. But their leader Kuranosuke Oishi seeks to restore the Asano clan with his brother Daigaku Asano. One year later, the Shogun refuses, and Oishi and 46 rōnin are out for revenge.
When was The 47 Ronin released?
The 47 Ronin was released on Dec 8, 1941 (status: Released).
Who directed The 47 Ronin?
Kenji Mizoguchi directed The 47 Ronin.
What is the TMDB rating of The 47 Ronin?
The 47 Ronin has a TMDB rating of 6.9/10 from 79 votes.