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The Great Killing

Heaven has no swords.

7.3(25)19641h 58m2

A cynical samurai is left as the sole survivor to fulfill a plot to assassinate the puppet of a villain intent on usurping the shogunate in the 17th century. A Shogunate Elder connives to rule Japan by making his puppet, the Shogun's brother Tsunashige, the next Shogun. The best strategist in Japan, Yamaga, leads a plot to stop the Elder, but his cabal is betrayed and most of the conspirators are captured and tortured.

  • TMDB

    7.3/10

    25 votes

Status
Released
Budget
Box office
Language
Japanese
Part of Kudo's Samurai Revolution Trilogy · 3 films
  • japan
  • samurai
  • assassination
  • conspiracy
  • jidaigeki
  • edo period
  • chanbara
  • 17th century
  • bushi

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Release dates

  • United StatesUS

    • PhysicalDVD3 Jul 2012
  • JapanJP

    • Theatrical3 Jun 1964

Frequently asked questions

When was The Great Killing released?
The Great Killing was released on 3 June 1964.
Where can I watch The Great Killing online?
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Is there a Hindi trailer for The Great Killing?
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What is the rating of The Great Killing?
The Great Killing holds a 7.3/10 audience score from 25 votes.
Who directed The Great Killing?
The Great Killing (1964) was directed by Eiichi Kudō.
How long is The Great Killing?
The Great Killing runs for 1h 58m.

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