Overview

This Japanese action-adventure is set in the 17th century when all forms of swordplay were banned. One fighter, an excellent swordsman believes the law is unfair. His brother keeps his opinions about the law to himself. The swordsman vents his frustration by cutting off the thumbs of an enemy. The fighter is then banished. To live, he becomes a thief. To restore the family's lost honor, the other brother is forced to challenge the fighter to a duel.

Cast

Matsumoto Hakuō II, Hiroyuki Nagato, Junko Ikeuchi, Yuki Nakagawa, Nami Tamura, Masao Shimizu, Ryōsuke Kagawa, Bokuzen Hidari

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Frequently asked

What is "Young Swordsman" about?

This Japanese action-adventure is set in the 17th century when all forms of swordplay were banned. One fighter, an excellent swordsman believes the law is unfair. His brother keeps his opinions about the law to himself. The swordsman vents his frustration by cutting off the thumbs of an enemy. The fighter is then banished. To live, he becomes a thief. To restore the family's lost honor, the other brother is forced to challenge the fighter to a duel.

When was "Young Swordsman" released?

Young Swordsman was released in 1963.

Who stars in "Young Swordsman"?

The cast includes Matsumoto Hakuō II, Hiroyuki Nagato, Junko Ikeuchi, Yuki Nakagawa.