Acting
Sawamura Sōjūrō IX
Born March 8, 1933 · Tokyo, Japan
Died January 12, 2001 · aged 67
No biography available.
Known For
The Red Shadow · 1961The Red Shadow
★ 6.71961
MovieActionDrama
Fifteen years after Ishida Mitsunari lost in the battle of Sekigahara, Tokugawa Ieyasu foresees his unavoidable battle with Toyotomi Hideyori and goes into Fushimi Castle. At the night, Hattori Hanzo, the leader of 36 Iga members who were performing as guards of the castle, perceives the existence of a ninja and captures the mysterious sneaker.
Morning Breeze in Edo · 1960Morning Breeze in Edo
★ 6.21960
Movie
The sole survivor of a shipwreck pursues the whereabouts of his friends’ missing family members in Edo.
Golden Peacock Castle, Part 1 · 1961Golden Peacock Castle, Part 1
★ 6.21961
MovieDramaHistory
A group of pirates led by the evil Gondaiyu and his wizard, Genkuro, capture the Golden Peacock Castle and massacre the peaceful clan that lives there. The few survivors that manage to escape plot their revenge and wait for the right timing for an attack. The struggles of the Golden Peacock Clan continue as they seek to reclaim their home and prevent the evil Gondaiyu from taking their most prized treasures.
The Tale of Oiwa's Ghost · 1961The Tale of Oiwa's Ghost
★ 7.61961
MovieDramaHorror
A samurai plots to reclaim his estranged wife after she leaves him over a murder scandal. When her sister falls victim to a scheme, he and his friend manipulate events, but their plans lead to supernatural vengeance.
Showdown at Lightning Pass · 1962Showdown at Lightning Pass
★ 10.01962
Movie
A story about a spear master’s spiritual and martial discipline.
20 Duels of Young Shingo, Part 2 · 196120 Duels of Young Shingo, Part 2
1961
MovieActionDrama
The second film in the 20 Duels of Young Shingo trilogy directed by Sadatsugu Matsuda.
Cases of Hanshichi · 1960Cases of Hanshichi
★ 7.51960
MovieMysteryCrime
Detective Hanshichi (Kataoka Chiezo) solves 3 mysterious murder cases. Great story and an impressive all-star cast, a must see!
Zangiku monogatari · 1956Zangiku monogatari
★ 7.01956
MovieDrama
Based on the novel by Shofu Muramatsu, the film is dedicated to the actors of the renowned Japanese Kabuki theatre. Set in Japan in 1885, the story follows Kikunosuke Onoe, the adopted son of a famous Kabuki actor. Kikunosuke’s father teaches him professional acting skills, preparing him to become his successor and continue the acting dynasty. However, Kikunosuke leaves his family, much to his father’s dismay, to hone his craft outside of Tokyo and moves to Osaka.
Filmography
Sort
Morning Breeze in Edo · 1960Morning Breeze in Edo
★ 6.21960
Movie
The sole survivor of a shipwreck pursues the whereabouts of his friends’ missing family members in Edo.
Nakatsugawa Kyonosuke













