Movie

Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai

“Live by the code. Die by the code.”

★ 7.3(1,421)19991h 57m

Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability checked 24 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Jim Jarmusch
Release date: 1999-10-06
Runtime: 1h 57m
Language: English
Box office: $9,392,768
Budget: $2,000,000
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: JVC

Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai — trailer

About Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai

Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai is a 1999 movie in the Crime and Drama genres, directed by Jim Jarmusch, starring Forest Whitaker, John Tormey and Cliff Gorman. It has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 1,421 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A Black hitman who models after the samurai of old finds himself targeted for death by the mob.

Cast

Forest Whitaker

Ghost Dog

John Tormey

Louie

Cliff Gorman

Sonny Valerio

Frank Minucci

Big Angie

Richard Portnow

Handsome Frank

Tricia Vessey

Louise Vargo

Henry Silva

Ray Vargo

Gene Ruffini

Old Consigliere

Frank Adonis

Valerio's Bodyguard

Victor Argo

Vinny

Isaach de Bankolé

Raymond

Camille Winbush

Pearline

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai in Canada?+

In Canada, you can stream Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai on Criterion Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube.

Is Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai on Netflix?+

Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Criterion Channel.

How long is Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai?+

Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).

Who stars in Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai?+

Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai stars Forest Whitaker, John Tormey, Cliff Gorman, Frank Minucci and Richard Portnow.

When did Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai come out?+

Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai is a 1999 movie directed by Jim Jarmusch.

What genre is Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai?+

Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai is Crime and Drama film.

Who directed Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai?+

Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai was directed by Jim Jarmusch.