The colossally popular Zatoichi films make up the longest-running action series in Japanese history and created one of the screen’s great heroes: an itinerant blind masseur who also happens to be a lightning-fast swordsman. As this iconic figure, the charismatic and earthy Shintaro Katsu became an instant superstar, lending a larger-than-life presence to the thrilling adventures of a man who lives staunchly by a code of honor and delivers justice in every town and village he enters.
The Tale of Zatoichi

NR1h 36m7.6

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A masseur with a hidden talent for swordsmanship navigates a thrilling journey.

Zoku Zatôichi monogatari

NR1h 12m7.2

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A legendary blind swordsman, Zatoichi, uncovers a powerful politician's hidden truth, prompting a deadly pursuit by a group of ruthless assassins.

New Tale of Zatoichi

NR1h 31m7.3

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Zatoichi returns to his childhood village seeking solace, but instead becomes entangled in a complicated romantic situation and confronts unresolved conflicts from his past.

Zatoichi the Fugitive

NR1h 26m7.2

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In this film, a blind masseur named Zatoichi is pursued by a ruthless yakuza gang after defeating them in a wrestling match. As he navigates the treacherous landscape, a former love from his past reappears, complicating his life further.

Zatoichi on the Road

PG1h 27m7.1

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A blind samurai, Zatoichi, vows to escort a maiden to her home, only to discover that two ruthless gangs are intensely interested in the young girl, threatening the safety of their journey.

Zatoichi and the Chest of Gold

NR1h 23m7.3

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A blind samurai, mistaken for a thief, sets out to clear his name by tracking down and defeating the true culprit.

Zatoichi's Flashing Sword

NR1h 22m7.2

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A wounded Zatoichi is taken in by a kind-hearted woman and her father, who own a ferry business. As a token of gratitude, Zatoichi uses his exceptional skills to defend their enterprise against ruthless local bullies.

Fight, Zatoichi, Fight

NR1h 27m7.4

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A blind samurai, Zatoichi, takes on a noble quest to deliver a baby to its father after witnessing the tragic murder of the mother.

Adventures of Zatoichi

NR1h 26m7.1

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A legendary warrior, deprived of his sight, embarks on a perilous quest to find a young girl's missing parent.

Zatoichi's Revenge

NR1h 24m7.3

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Zatoichi discovers the brutal murder of his sensei and subsequently uncovers a sinister plot involving the corrupt local government and a powerful crime syndicate.

Zatoichi and the Doomed Man

NR1h 17m6.9

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Zatoichi, a blind swordsman and masseur, embarks on a mission to uncover evidence of a wrongly accused prisoner's innocence.

Zatoichi and the Chess Expert

NR1h 27m7.3

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In this film, a masterful samurai with exceptional chess abilities forms an unlikely bond with the blind swordsman Zatoichi, only to discover that his presence sparks a series of strange and intriguing events.

Zatoichi's Vengeance

NR1h 23m7.2

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A blind swordsman, Zatoichi, takes on a final delivery for a dying man, encountering familiar crime gangs along the way, but his path is disrupted by a blind monk who challenges his reliance on violence.

Zatoichi's Pilgrimage

NR1h 22m7.2

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A blind samurai's journey to redeem himself is disrupted when he encounters a village being terrorized by a ruthless yakuza leader.

Zatoichi's Cane Sword

NR1h 33m7.4

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A wandering blind swordsman, Zatoichi, clashes with a group of nefarious gangsters while encountering the apprentice of the swordsmith who forged his iconic blade, who brings grave news about the sword's destiny.

Zatoichi Breaks Jail

NR1h 36m7

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In a poverty-stricken town, a blind samurai must navigate a complex web of alliances and rivalries between ruthless gangsters, all while struggling to maintain his own moral compass.

Zatoichi Challenged

NR1h 27m7.4

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Zatoichi, a blind samurai, is bound by honor to protect an artist and his family from the yakuza's threat to force him into creating illegal pornography. As a result, Zatoichi finds himself in a desperate battle against the law.

Zatoichi and the Fugitives

NR1h 22m7.3

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A blind samurai, Zatoichi, clashes with ruthless outlaws who are secretly aided by a corrupt government official.

Samaritan Zatoichi

NR1h 24m7.2

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A blind samurai, Zatoichi, is deceived into committing murder and must now ensure the safety of the sister of his victim, who is torn between gratitude and distrust towards him.

Zatoichi Meets Yojimbo

NR1h 55m7

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In this film, a blind samurai named Zatoichi attempts to bring an end to the mob's oppressive control over a small village, while an unknown bodyguard secretly works to dismantle the gang from within. As they unknowingly work towards the same goal, the question remains whether the two heroes will recognize their shared objective before it's too late.

Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival

NR1h 36m7.3

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A blind samurai encounters a notorious gang leader and a melancholic ronin who has lost his wife, leading to a complex and intriguing confrontation.

Zatoichi and the One-Armed Swordsman

NR1h 34m7.1

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In a thrilling adventure, two legendary Japanese and Chinese swordsmen join forces to safeguard a young child, navigating cultural differences and mutual distrust that threaten to tear them apart.

Zatoichi at Large

NR1h 28m6.8

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A blind samurai, Zatoichi, rescues a pregnant woman on the brink of death, then ensures a safe delivery before she passes away. Feeling a sense of responsibility, he embarks on a quest to find the newborn's family, only to discover they are dealing with their own set of challenges.

Zatoichi in Desperation

NR1h 32m6.8

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Zatoichi, a blind samurai, tries to make amends with the daughter of a woman he inadvertently killed, leading to a series of complications and conflicts.

Zatoichi's Conspiracy

NR1h 28m7.1

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A blind samurai named Zatoichi returns to his hometown after a decade-long absence, only to discover that it has been ravaged by corruption and decay.

Zatoichi

NR1h 56m7

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Ichi, a blind masseur, leaves his wandering life behind to find peace in a rural village. However, he becomes entangled in a power struggle between two Yakuza clans, which threatens to upend his quiet existence.

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