Gisaku (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2005, Gisaku is an action, fantasy and animation film directed by Baltasar Pedrosa, running about 78 minutes. “A legendary key. A samurai lost in time. A world to save.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The adventures of a young Japanese samurai named Yohei who visited Spain in the 17th century, in a story loosely taking its inspiration from the travels of historic samurai Hasekura. Yohei survived in hiding to the present day due to magical powers, and accomplishes many adventures in modern Spain as a superhero.
Who’s in it. Gisaku stars Eduard Farelo as Yohei, Luis Posada as Linceto, Núria Trifol as Moira and José Antonio Torrabadella as Riki, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Gisaku has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gisaku page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gisaku tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gisaku (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gisaku change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Gisaku worth watching?
- Gisaku holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, fantasy and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Gisaku?
- Gisaku stars Eduard Farelo, Luis Posada, Núria Trifol, José Antonio Torrabadella and Alfonso Vallés.
- When was Gisaku released?
- Gisaku was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.