Storyline
The lord of the Oshi fief is killed by his trespassing neighbour, the cruel and despotic Nariatsu, son of the former Shogun. After an investigation, the Oshi clan is blamed for what happened and sentenced to be disbanded. Eleven of the best samurai of the clan refuse the sentence and are willing to give their life for justice.
Cast & Crew
Isao Natsuyagi
Hayato
Lead
Kōtarō Satomi
Mitamura
Kōji Nanbara
Chamberlain Tatewaki
Junko Miyazono
Orie
Keiko Okawa
Nui
Kei Satō
Secretary Mizumo
Kantarō Suga
Lord Nariatsu
Kō Nishimura
Errant samurai Daijuro
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Eiichi Kudō's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Eleven Samurai is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
