Movie

Whirlwind

★ 6.6(10)19641h 46m

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Good to know

Director: Hiroshi Inagaki
Release date: 1964-01-03
Runtime: 1h 46m
Language: Japanese
Status: Released
Country: Japan
Studio: TOHO

About Whirlwind

Whirlwind is a 1964 movie in the History, Action and Adventure genres, directed by Hiroshi Inagaki, starring Toshirō Mifune, Akihiko Hirata and Kumi Mizuno. It has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 10 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Whirlwind in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Set at the end of the Siege of Osaka this film follows the exploits of several members of the defeated Toyotomi clan as they cope with the post battle chaos and the persecution of the Shogun's army. Five samurai decide on different fates when it becomes clear that their side is being destroyed. One wants to attack the enemy head on in a final honorable death. Another decides to commit hari-kiri but wants to find a glorious view to do it. His close friend, the "coward", just wants to run and give up the life of a samurai. The final two set their own castle on fire to garner favors from the enemy and therefore avert their own death during the massacre of all defeated soldiers as

Cast

Toshirō Mifune

Lord Akashi

Akihiko Hirata

Ryutaro Inoue

Kumi Mizuno

The Witch

Yuriko Hoshi

Kozato

Yōsuke Natsuki

Kiyonosuke

Makoto Satō

Shuri Kusanagi

Mitsuko Kusabue

Kozato's Aunt

Yoshiko Kuga

Kikusato

Akira Kubo

Sachio Sakai

Yoshio Kosugi

Ren Yamamoto

Themes & keywords

samuraiperiod drama

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Whirlwind in Canada?+

Whirlwind is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Whirlwind on Netflix?+

Whirlwind is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Whirlwind?+

Whirlwind has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

Who stars in Whirlwind?+

Whirlwind stars Toshirō Mifune, Akihiko Hirata, Kumi Mizuno, Yuriko Hoshi and Yōsuke Natsuki.

When did Whirlwind come out?+

Whirlwind is a 1964 movie directed by Hiroshi Inagaki.

What genre is Whirlwind?+

Whirlwind is History, Action and Adventure film.

Who directed Whirlwind?+

Whirlwind was directed by Hiroshi Inagaki.