The Ako Retainers

The Ako Retainers

151 mins | March 28, 1961

Toei’s 10th anniversary film, featuring an all-star cast from the golden movie era of the 1960s. A famous story of the 47 loyal samurai. When Lord Asano is unjustly executed, his loyal retainers strike back for revenge.

The Ako Retainers

151 mins | March 28, 1961

The Ako Retainers
Toei’s 10th anniversary film, featuring an all-star cast from the golden movie era of the 1960s. A famous story of the 47 loyal samurai. When Lord Asano is unjustly executed, his loyal retainers strike back for revenge.
Producers
Original title 赤穂浪士
Directors Sadatsugu Matsuda
Writers Jiro Osaragi, Hideo Oguni