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Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall (1964): Cast

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Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall is a 1964 historical drama directed by Tai Katō, starring Sumiko Fuji, Isao Kimura and Kō Nishimura. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes.

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Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall (1964) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 39m (99 min)
Director
Tai Katō
Genres
Drama , History
Original language
Japanese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall About?

The premise of Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall without spoilers.

A headstrong young man seeks to join the Shinsengumi, but while his determination impresses his superiors, questions begin to arise as to his true identity and intentions.

Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall Themes & Keywords

· 1 tag
  • jidai geki
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Cast & crew

Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall Cast & Characters

Sumiko Fuji leads the cast, with Isao Kimura and Kō Nishimura. Directed by Tai Katō; 26 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Tai Katō

More films directed by Tai Katō: The Ondekoza, Flames of Blood, The Blossom and the Sword and Miyamoto Musashi.

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Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “Bakumatsu zankoku monogatari” and “Cruel Story at the End of the Tokugawa Shogunate”.

Also known as
  • Bakumatsu zankoku monogatari
  • Cruel Story at the End of the Tokugawa Shogunate
  • Contes cruels au pays du soleil couchant
  • Fall of Feudal Times
  • 幕末残酷物语
  • Conto Cruel do Fim do Xogunato
  • 幕末殘酷物語

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Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall?

Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

When was Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall released?

Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall was released on December 12, 1964.

Who directed Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall?

Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall was directed by Tai Katō.

More films by Tai Katō

Who is in the cast of Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall?

Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall stars Sumiko Fuji, Isao Kimura and Kō Nishimura, among 26 credited actors.

Does Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall have a post-credit scene?

No. Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall in?

The original language of Cruel Story of the Shogunate’s Downfall is Japanese.

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