Storyline
In a strange outfit and full of youthful energy, the explosive Boss Kumatora raises hell like there's no tomorrow. The first movie of a new series starring Wakayama Tomisaburo as everybody's favorite character Boss Kumatora from the Red Peony Gambler series. Having made a fortune in the Russo-Japanese War, the Kumatora Family migrates to Kyushu to take on a military-related job. There they encounter the evil and malicious interference of the Chindai family of Kumamoto, and Boss Kumatora boldly fights back with the help of O'Ryu the Red Peony. A super entertaining film with non-stop comedy and action directed by Suzuki Norifumi.
Cast & Crew
Tomisaburō Wakayama
Torakichi "Kumotora" Kumasaka
Lead
Sumiko Fuji
Oryu
Masumi Harukawa
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Gorō Ibuki
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Ichirō Sugai
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Tatsuo Endō
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Takuzō Kawatani
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Masaru Shiga
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What People Are Saying
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Norifumi Suzuki's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. Silk Hat Boss is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
