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Rise Against the Sword (1966): Cast

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Rise Against the Sword is a 1966 historical drama directed by Hiroshi Inagaki, starring Toshirô Mifune as Abare Gōemon, Akihiko Hirata and Daisuke Katô. It runs 1 hour 41 minutes.

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Rise Against the Sword (1966) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 41m (101 min)
Director
Hiroshi Inagaki
Genres
History , Drama , Action , War
Original language
Japanese
Studio
Toho
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Rise Against the Sword About?

The premise of Rise Against the Sword without spoilers.

Abare Goemon, a humble farmer, is attacked by a band of rogue samurai. He rallies his fellow peasants into a disciplined militia and defeats the invaders with clever tactics, demonstrating his strategic mind. Lord Asakura, impressed by Goemon’s success, tries to recruit him for a clan feud. When Goemon refuses, Asakura vows to destroy him.

Rise Against the Sword Themes & Keywords

· 35 tags
  • feudal japan
  • peasant revolt
  • medieval japan
  • samurai
  • clan
  • japanese village
  • traditional japan
  • hostage
  • alliance
  • feudal warlord
  • 1400s
  • 1500s
+23 more
  • bow and arrow
  • armor
  • horseman
  • castle siege
  • class distinction
  • brother brother relationship
  • sword
  • spear
  • fortified village
  • raid
  • massacre
  • woman's role in feudal japan
  • battle
  • fight for freedom
  • opressive rule
  • social upheaval
  • political intrigue
  • sengoku period
  • shogun
  • high taxes
  • economic distress
  • daimyo
  • character name in title
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Cast & crew

Rise Against the Sword Cast & Characters

Toshirô Mifune leads the cast as Abare Gōemon, with Akihiko Hirata as Asakura and Daisuke Katô as Budeuemon Hattori. Directed by Hiroshi Inagaki; 28 actors are credited in all.

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Rise Against the Sword FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Rise Against the Sword, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Rise Against the Sword?

Rise Against the Sword runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

When was Rise Against the Sword released?

Rise Against the Sword was released on November 25, 1966.

Who directed Rise Against the Sword?

Rise Against the Sword was directed by Hiroshi Inagaki.

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Who is in the cast of Rise Against the Sword?

Rise Against the Sword stars Toshirô Mifune as Abare Gōemon, Akihiko Hirata as Asakura and Daisuke Katô as Budeuemon Hattori, among 28 credited actors.

Does Rise Against the Sword have a post-credit scene?

No. Rise Against the Sword has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Rise Against the Sword in?

The original language of Rise Against the Sword is Japanese.

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