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A Duel Tale (2015): Cast

A Duel Tale (2015) movie poster

A Duel Tale is a 2015 drama directed by Shigemichi Sugita, starring Tatsuya Nakadai, Mieko Harada and Eri Tokunaga. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes.

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A Duel Tale (2015) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 34m (94 min)
Genre
Drama
Original language
Japanese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is A Duel Tale About?

The premise of A Duel Tale without spoilers.

Tatsuya Nakadai delivers a powerful performance as Shoji Sanosuke, an aging samurai who must reclaim his sword to defend his family. Living as a dependent of his relatives, Sanosuke finds himself with a final opportunity to rescue his grandniece from a forced marriage orchestrated by a ruthless samurai. Fate intervenes, forcing the aging warrior into a perilous duel that showcases his enduring skill and proving he remains a formidable force. This acclaimed samurai drama, based on a novel by Fujisawa Shuhei, is a tribute to a legendary actor.

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Cast & crew

A Duel Tale Cast & Characters

Tatsuya Nakadai leads the cast, with Mieko Harada and Eri Tokunaga. Directed by Shigemichi Sugita; 7 actors are credited in all.

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Videos

A Duel Tale Trailers & Videos

The trailer of A Duel Tale.

『果し合い』予告編 | A DUEL TALE - Trailer
Details

A Duel Tale Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Hatashiai” and “决斗”.

Also known as
  • Hatashiai
  • 决斗
  • Поединок

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FAQ

A Duel Tale FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is A Duel Tale?

A Duel Tale runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

When was A Duel Tale released?

A Duel Tale was released on October 31, 2015.

Who directed A Duel Tale?

A Duel Tale was directed by Shigemichi Sugita.

Who is in the cast of A Duel Tale?

A Duel Tale stars Tatsuya Nakadai, Mieko Harada and Eri Tokunaga, among 7 credited actors.

Does A Duel Tale have a post-credit scene?

No. A Duel Tale has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is A Duel Tale in?

The original language of A Duel Tale is Japanese.

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