The Magic Serpent

The Magic Serpent

1966 · 94 min · ★ 6.4 · Fantasy, Action

In ancient Japan, a good lord is killed and his throne is taken by the trecherous Yuki Daijo and the evil wizard Orochi-Maru. The lords young son Ikazuki-maru is rescued from the jaws of death by a magic bird sent by a wizard. Fourteen years later, Prince Ikazuki-maru embarks on an adventure to avenge his parents with his newfound magic powers.

Directed by Tetsuya Yamanouchi · Written by Mokuami Kawatake

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