Scabbard Samurai (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2011, Scabbard Samurai is an action, comedy and drama film directed by Hitoshi Matsumoto, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Kanjuro Nomi is an aging samurai who only has a scabbard. Deserting his lord to wander the land with his daughter Tae, Kanjuro is captured and sentenced to an unusual punishment: he has 30 days to bring a smile to the sad prince who has lost his mother — or else he must die.
Who’s in it. Scabbard Samurai stars Itsuji Itao as Kuranosuke, Tokio Emoto as Heikichi, Jun Kunimura as Feudal Lord and Pistol Takehara as Monk, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Scabbard Samurai has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Scabbard Samurai page.
If you liked it. Fans of Scabbard 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 Scabbard Samurai (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Scabbard Samurai change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Scabbard Samurai worth watching?
- Scabbard Samurai holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Scabbard Samurai?
- Scabbard Samurai stars Itsuji Itao, Tokio Emoto, Jun Kunimura, Pistol Takehara and Takaaki Nomi.
- When was Scabbard Samurai released?
- Scabbard Samurai was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.