G-Men of Japan

G-Men of Japan

1948 · 74 min · Crime, Drama

The investigative unit of the Metropolitan Police Department organized a special investigative team to uncover a series of frequent gang robberies and car gangs... This is the first film in the Nippon G-Men series, of which four more films were later released.

Directed by Sadatsugu Matsuda · Written by Yoshitake Hisa

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G-men of Japan 2: Bloody Duel at Shipwreck Cape
1950
MovieDramaAction
The second part of an action-packed action movie about the struggle between smugglers, the Japanese Coast Guard and G-men. Having caught a suspicious radio signal, the coast Guard discovers that a smuggling transaction is taking place and goes to the place. It was supposed to be a big catch, but they lose sight of the smugglers by finding and rescuing a woman drowning in the sea. The rescued woman says she jumped into the sea while escaping from a slaver's boat... A luxury version featuring the two main stars of the Toei company – Chiezo Kataoka and Utaemon Ichikawa.
G-men of Japan 3: Fearless CounterattackG-men of Japan 3: Fearless Counterattack · 1951
G-men of Japan 3: Fearless Counterattack
1951
MovieCrimeDrama
A man with two identical faces challenges the wicked and lawless escaped prisoner to an unsuitable battle, intertwining with the chilling image of the emergency line.
G-men of Japan 4: Special Armed Unit MobilizationG-men of Japan 4: Special Armed Unit Mobilization · 1956
G-men of Japan 4: Special Armed Unit Mobilization
★ 9.01956
MovieCrimeDrama
The fourth installment of G-men of Japan
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G-men of Japan 5: Skyscraper Wolves
1960
MovieCrimeDrama
G-men of Japan fifth installment. A young detective, questioning a double suicide involving his police officer friend and a Turkish girl, travels all the way from Kyushu to Tokyo. Disguising himself as a yakuza member, he intends to root out the underworld's base of operations, weaving together love, guns, and violence to unravel the mystery behind the enigmatic incident and the true nature of evil. This thrilling action drama combines suspense with excitement, depicting a tale filled with love, fists, and firearms.

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Island of HorrorsIsland of Horrors · 1949
Island of Horrors
★ 10.01949
MovieMysteryHorror
Kindaichi challenges the mystery of an incident in which three sisters were killed one after the other according to an ancient tradition on an isolated island in the Seto Inland Sea. Kosuke Kindaichi received a will from his friend Kito, which said, "Go to Gokumon Island to save my three younger sisters," and Kosuke went to Gokumon Island. Upon arriving at the residence of Quito, there were three beautiful sisters, a crazy father, a cousin of Sanae, and Kosuke plunged into a strange atmosphere. The film adaptation of the masterpiece novel of the same name by Seishi Yokomizo. Kyozo Kataoka plays Detective Kosuke Kindaichi, and Ryutaro Otomo plays Inspector Isokawa, who can be called Kindaichi's best partner.
20 Duels of Young Shingo, Part 120 Duels of Young Shingo, Part 1 · 1961
20 Duels of Young Shingo, Part 1
★ 9.01961
MovieActionHistory
With plenty of action, and a strong story about the growth and development of an expert swordsman, who just happens to be from an extremely privileged background.
Lord Mito: All Star VersionLord Mito: All Star Version · 1960
Lord Mito: All Star Version
★ 8.31960
Movie
In 1691 a terrible fire broke out in Denmacho, Yotsuya, burning down the towns around it, up to the shores of Shibaura. A month and a half later, another fire broke out, this time in Komagome, burning down the two gates of Asakusa and Sujikai, and continuing on into the night. As the government Elders consider evidence that these fires were arson, a fire breaks out in Hirakawa-cho, outside of Hanzo Gate. Nishonmaru catches on fire and burns down completely. When this rash of fires even strikes Kyoto, the task of finding who’s behind the arson, and stopping them falls to the Shogun’s uncle, the Elder Lord of Mito. Together with his trusted bodyguards, Kaku and Suke, the trio set of to save Japan from this scourge of evil. Featuring virtually all of their most famous stars, this is the best film in the Toei series about Mito Komon, one of Japan’s most popular historical figures who traveled through the country incognito to check on the people and fight injustice.
Lord Mito 2: The Nation's Vice ShogunLord Mito 2: The Nation's Vice Shogun · 1959
Lord Mito 2: The Nation's Vice Shogun
★ 8.21959
MovieAdventureDrama
After settling the matter of shogunal succession, the retired Old Lord of Mito finds himself in a sea of trouble when he gets involved in the succession of the Takamatsu clan. The usurpers try by every means to effect their takeover, even if it leads to blood being spilled. Along with Kaku and Suke, the elder must face the most dangerous time of his life, in a battle against those corrupt individuals who would use any means to further their dastardly conspiracy, regardless of how many lives might be destroyed. The great Misora Hibari gives a bravura performance, as does the rest of this all-star cast. This is another outstanding effort on the part of the Toei Films, blending fact and fiction to bright back Japan’s golden era of the Genroku period.
Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 1 and 2Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 1 and 2 · 1959
Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 1 and 2
★ 8.01959
MovieActionHistory
A young samurai learns that he is the illegitimate son of the Shogun. Hoping to reunite with his birth father, he travels to Edo to find Shogun Yoshimune.
Duel of Blood and SandDuel of Blood and Sand · 1963
Duel of Blood and Sand
★ 7.81963
MovieAction
Frustrated with the bad behavior of his lord, Inaba Yajuro (Otomo) declares that he is leaving the clan and sets off on a journey that leads him into a small town besieged by a violent group of brigands. In a kind of homage to Kurosawa's 7 Samurai, the townspeople have been unable to defend themselves and Inaba sets out to teach them how to stand up for themselves. Meanwhile the vile Lord Yasumasa has sent the 4 finest swordsmen in the clan out to hunt Inaba down and kill him. Led by the magnificent Ichibei (Konoe), a master of weaponry in his own right, everything points to an ultimate showdown between the former friends in a battle to the death.
The 47 Masterless SamuraiThe 47 Masterless Samurai · 1959
The 47 Masterless Samurai
★ 7.41959
MovieHistoryDrama
While the story of the Ako Clan's vendetta has been told countless times, never before has there been an array of major motion picture stars to bring new life to this timeless tale. Starting with the corrupt practices of Lord Kira and Yanagi-sawa, the Shogun's Secretary, which in essence led to the incident of Lord Asano's attacking Kira in the Pine Corridor of the Shogun's Palace, this is the definitive version. Asano Takumi no kami was a young lord with high scruples, who refused to join in the general corruption and bribery which ran rampant in the capital at that time. By not giving bribes, he angered Kira Kozuke no suke the elder lord in charge of protocol at the Palace. Refusing to teach the younger man, and giving him false instructions was only the beginning. Insults followed, and a man of honor had no choice but to draw his sword in anger. Forty seven masterless samurai are willing to give their lives to avenge their lord.
Tokaido FullhouseTokaido Fullhouse · 1963
Tokaido Fullhouse
★ 7.01963
MovieActionDrama
When Kanbe Nagakichi has his turf taken over by Ano-Toku, the father-in-law of his sworn brother Kira Nikichi sets in motion one of the most violent gang battles in Japanese history. Forced by the situation to choose between family and yakuza honor, Nikichi faces off against the vile combination of Ano-Toku and Kurokoma Katsuzo, villains so low as to ambush their foes using snipers. Nikichi, who owes allegiance to Boss Jirocho of Shimizu asks Jirocho to spare Ano-Toku’s life until events force a showdown between the 30 member Shimizu gang and a force of over 200 men fighting on Ano-Toku’s behalf. Meanwhile, a mysterious samurai may hold the key to deciding the outcome of this battle!
The Seven Faces of Bannai Tarao, Private EyeThe Seven Faces of Bannai Tarao, Private Eye · 1956
The Seven Faces of Bannai Tarao, Private Eye
★ 7.01956
MovieMystery
Detective Tarao goes undercover to battle an evil gun smuggling business.
Restoration FireRestoration Fire · 1961
Restoration Fire
★ 7.01961
MovieDramaHistory
Megastar Kataoka Chiezo is Vice-commander Hijikata Toshizo of the Shinsengumi in this realistic tale of Japan’s inner battles that led to the downfall of the Tokugawa shogunate. Excellent performances and extremely good swordplay highlight this glimpse into the heart and soul of Japanese history. Although known as “Razor Blade” Hijikata, the vice-commander is a man of deep conviction with a little-known sense of humanity. Starting after the famed Ikedaya Incident, in which they saved Kyoto from Choshu’s plot to burn the city to ashes, they work hard to change the public’s view of them as merciless killers to their true mission of protecting the shogun. This is an extraordinary tale of blood and guts! From the pen of award winning author Shotaro Ikenami (Bandit Vs. Samurai, Hunter in the Dark, Misumi's The Last Samurai)
Knightly AdviceKnightly Advice · 1962
Knightly Advice
★ 7.01962
MovieDramaHistory
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Three-Fingered Detective
★ 7.01947
MovieHorror
Being acquainted with the bride's uncle, a famed private detective is invited to a wedding ceremony. The groom's family is moneyed and owns large tracts of land. The bride is a former teacher and was rumoured to have had an affair, which explains why the groom's family opposed the union. On the night of the ceremony the bride and groom are killed in a sealed room. There is evidence left, however, as there is a hand print on the wall albeit with only the trace of three fingers.
Crimson Bat, the Blind SwordswomanCrimson Bat, the Blind Swordswoman · 1969
Crimson Bat, the Blind Swordswoman
★ 6.81969
MovieDramaAction
A young girl named Oichi is abandoned by her mother and blinded by a lightning strike. When her guardian is killed, she learns to wield a sword from a traveling ronin. As she develops into a master swordsman, her profession becomes that of a bounty hunter. Many test her sword and many die by her skills. She travels throughout the countryside to seek her mother and her revenge.
Return of the One-Armed SwordsmanReturn of the One-Armed Swordsman · 1960
Return of the One-Armed Swordsman
★ 6.01960
MovieDramaAction
The legendary one-eyed one-armed swordsman Tange Sazen is back to aid a Magistrate in his efforts to steal bribe money on its way to Edo for the benefit to poor farmers.
Mark of BloodMark of Blood · 1962
Mark of Blood
★ 6.01962
MovieCrimeAdventure
Three young yakuza, Fujitaro, Matsugoro and Kanjuro, travel the country fighting evil.
Foul PlayFoul Play · 1955
Foul Play
★ 6.01955
MovieMystery
Private eye Bannai Tarao (Chiezo Kataoka) and his assistant Masako (Chizuru Kitagawa) investigate the mysterious murder of a baseball player who was killed in the middle of a game.

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