Black Samurai (1976): cast, story & where to watch

1976 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 1976, Black Samurai is an action, crime, adventure and romance film directed by Al Adamson, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. When the daughter of the royal family is held hostage, an agent for "D.R.A.G.O.N." will stop at nothing to destroy the evil organisation which abducted her.

Who’s in it. Black Samurai stars Jim Kelly as Robert Sand, Bill Roy as Janicot, Roberto Contreras as Chavez and Marilyn Joi as Synne, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Black Samurai has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Cultpix. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Samurai page.

If you liked it. Fans of Black Samurai 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 Black Samurai (1976)?
In US, Black Samurai is available to stream on Cultpix. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Black Samurai worth watching?
Black Samurai holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, crime, adventure and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Black Samurai?
Black Samurai stars Jim Kelly, Bill Roy, Roberto Contreras, Marilyn Joi and Essie Lin Chia.
When was Black Samurai released?
Black Samurai was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.