Movie

The Bodyguard

“Sonny Chiba, hired to kill... If his kick doesn't get you... his fatal fist will!”

★ 5.1(24)19731h 28m

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Good to know

Director: Ryuichi Takamori
Release date: 1973-06-30
Runtime: 1h 28m
Language: Japanese
Status: Released
Country: Japan
Studio: Nippon-American Productions
Part of: Karate Kiba Collection

The Bodyguard — trailer

About The Bodyguard

The Bodyguard is a 1973 movie in the Action and Thriller genres, directed by Ryuichi Takamori, starring Sonny Chiba, Mari Atsumi and Rinichi Yamamoto. It has a runtime of 1 hour 28 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.1/10 from 24 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Bodyguard in India — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Karate master and anti-drug vigilante Chiba returns to his home in Japan, where he holds a press conference announcing his intention to wipe out the nation's drug industry. He also offers his services as a bodyguard to anyone who is willing to come forward and provide information about the drug lords' activities. He is soon approached by a mysterious woman claiming to have important information and asking for Chiba's protection. She seems to be legitimate, but is she really what she appears to be?

Cast

Sonny Chiba

Naoto Kiba

Mari Atsumi

Reiko Miwa

Rinichi Yamamoto

Eiji Gō

Toro

Ryōhei Uchida

Takami

Masutatsu Oyama

Tetsugen Daito

Hideo Murota

Ishimochi

Yayoi Watanabe

Maki Kasuga

Hatsue Tonooka

Stripper

Rikiya Yasuoka

Takashi Hio

Alkaid Hoshino

Kinji Takinami

Shigeru Kumazawa

Themes & keywords

japanshowdownkaratehijackingshootout

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Bodyguard in India?+

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

Is The Bodyguard on Netflix?+

The Bodyguard is not on Netflix in India right now.

How long is The Bodyguard?+

The Bodyguard has a runtime of 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

Who stars in The Bodyguard?+

The Bodyguard stars Sonny Chiba, Mari Atsumi, Rinichi Yamamoto, Eiji Gō and Ryōhei Uchida.

When did The Bodyguard come out?+

The Bodyguard is a 1973 movie directed by Ryuichi Takamori.

What genre is The Bodyguard?+

The Bodyguard is Action and Thriller film.

Who directed The Bodyguard?+

The Bodyguard was directed by Ryuichi Takamori.