The Samurai and the Prisoner (2026)
Kernel Score: 78% · 15 ratings
Genres: Drama, History, Mystery
Released: 2026-06-19
Runtime: 147 minutes
Overview
When Lord Murashige rises up against the tyrannical Oda, he finds himself besieged within the walls of his own castle. Isolated, he is confronted with a series of mysterious crimes that shatter the fragile order of his court, plunging the fortress into fear and suspicion. With Oda's army closing in and a traitor hiding among his ranks, Murashige is forced into an uneasy alliance with Kanbei, a brilliant and dangerous strategist held prisoner in the dungeon, as he must outwit his enemies and uncover the truth before time runs out.
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Director
Cast
- Masahiro Motoki as Araki Murashige
- Masaki Suda as Kuroda Kanbei
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The Samurai and the Prisoner FAQ
Is The Samurai and the Prisoner good?
The Samurai and the Prisoner has a 78% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 15 audience ratings.
What movies are like The Samurai and the Prisoner?
If you liked The Samurai and the Prisoner, try Throne of Blood, Kagemusha, Samurai Rebellion and Ugetsu.