Director Kinji Fukusaku (Battle Royale, The Yakuza Papers) teams up with Sonny Chiba to present a daring and violent version of Japan’s most epic myth, The 47 Loyal Retainers. When Asano, the young master of Ako Castle, draws his sword on his elder, Lord Kira, he is ordered to dissolve his clan and commit hari-kiri. With the help of the now masterless Ako warriors, Asano’s devoted chamberlain Oishi begins to plot an elaborate revenge, two years in the making. As the line of loyalty and betrayal are drawn, the stage is set for an explosive battle.
"Swords of Vengeance" — movie produced in USA and released in 1978. It is a feature-length film with a runtime of 2h 39min. "Swords of Vengeance" is currently available for rent and to buy on Apple TV and Fandango at Home and to stream on Pluto TV and Fawesome. Click on a playlink to watch it now!
