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Six-String Samurai (1998): Cast, Box Office & Plot

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Six-String Samurai is a 1998 sci-fi comedy directed by Lance Mungia, starring Euan MacDonald as Russian Lieutenant, Jeffrey Falcon and Keith Mortimer. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes and earned $146,125 worldwide.

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Six-String Samurai (1998) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 31m (91 min)
Director
Lance Mungia
Genres
Comedy , Sci-Fi , Adventure , Action
Original language
English
Studio
HSX Films
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Six-String Samurai About?

The premise of Six-String Samurai without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

In a post‑apocalyptic United States ravaged by nuclear war and ruled by Russian forces, the ruins of Las Vegas are governed by Elvis, self‑proclaimed King of Lost Vegas. Buddy, a 1950s‑styled rocker‑warrior, roams the wasteland with a guitar and sword, seeking the throne. He rescues an orphan who joins his quest.

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Cast & crew

Six-String Samurai Cast & Characters

Euan MacDonald leads the cast as Russian Lieutenant, with Jeffrey Falcon as Buddy and Keith Mortimer as Wolfman Jack Impersonation (voice). Directed by Lance Mungia; 55 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Lance Mungia

More films directed by Lance Mungia: Third Eye Spies and The Crow: Wicked Prayer.

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Plot

Six-String Samurai Plot Summary

What happens in Six-String Samurai from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the year 1957, the world is dramatically changed when the Soviet Union launches a nuclear attack on the United States, making most of the country uninhabitable and plunging it into chaos. Amidst this devastation, the American government collapses, leaving only a few safe havens such as Lost Vegas, a city ruled with an iron fist by King Elvis. Over the years, Lost Vegas becomes a refuge for survivors but also a battleground, as the Red Army besieges it, though their once-military might has diminished into a gang of ruthless thugs due to the lack of supplies.

Full summary

The whole story of Six-String Samurai, scene by scene

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Box office

Six-String Samurai Box Office

Six-String Samurai grossed $146,125 worldwide.

1998 box office

Worldwide gross

$146.1K

US & Canada
$146.1K
Videos

Six-String Samurai Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 featurette.

Six String Samurai - Trailer
  • Featurette Vinegar Syndrome on Six-String Samurai (staff interviews and promo footage)
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Six-String Samurai?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Cars

Cars in Six-String Samurai

4 cars on screen, including the 1947 GMC New Design and the 1951 Plymouth Cranbrook.

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Six-String Samurai FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Six-String Samurai, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Six-String Samurai?

Six-String Samurai runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

When was Six-String Samurai released?

Six-String Samurai was released on September 18, 1998.

Who directed Six-String Samurai?

Six-String Samurai was directed by Lance Mungia.

More films by Lance Mungia

Who is in the cast of Six-String Samurai?

Six-String Samurai stars Euan MacDonald as Russian Lieutenant, Jeffrey Falcon as Buddy and Keith Mortimer as Wolfman Jack Impersonation (voice), among 55 credited actors.

How much did Six-String Samurai make at the box office?

Six-String Samurai grossed $146,125 worldwide.

Does Six-String Samurai have a post-credit scene?

No. Six-String Samurai has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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