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A Color Print of Edo (1939): Cast

A Color Print of Edo (1939) movie poster

A Color Print of Edo is a 1939 action drama directed by Kazuo Mori, starring Utaemon Ichikawa, Shōzō Nanbu and Eigorō Onoe. It runs 1 hour 5 minutes.

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A Color Print of Edo (1939) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 5m (65 min)
Director
Kazuo Mori
Genres
Action , Drama
Original language
Japanese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is A Color Print of Edo About?

The premise of A Color Print of Edo without spoilers.

Directed by Kazuo Mori, this 1939 Japanese silent feature is presented in black‑and‑white with live benshi narration. A lively period drama with comedic moments, it follows a devoted and handsome Edo servant who strives to secure his elder brother’s marriage to his beloved. Lead actor Utaemon Ichikawa was widely celebrated for his spirited, chivalrous performance, boosting his popularity.

A Color Print of Edo Themes & Keywords

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  • woman
  • edo period
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Cast & crew

A Color Print of Edo Cast & Characters

Utaemon Ichikawa leads the cast, with Shōzō Nanbu and Eigorō Onoe. Directed by Kazuo Mori; 14 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Kazuo Mori

More films directed by Kazuo Mori: Zatoichi at Large, Mission: Iron Castle, The Curse of the Ghost and A Killer’s Key.

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A Color Print of Edo FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of A Color Print of Edo, each answered in a sentence.

How long is A Color Print of Edo?

A Color Print of Edo runs 1 hour 5 minutes (65 minutes).

When was A Color Print of Edo released?

A Color Print of Edo was released on May 10, 1939.

Who directed A Color Print of Edo?

A Color Print of Edo was directed by Kazuo Mori.

More films by Kazuo Mori

Who is in the cast of A Color Print of Edo?

A Color Print of Edo stars Utaemon Ichikawa, Shōzō Nanbu and Eigorō Onoe, among 14 credited actors.

Does A Color Print of Edo have a post-credit scene?

No. A Color Print of Edo has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is A Color Print of Edo in?

The original language of A Color Print of Edo is Japanese.

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