The Tale of Zatoichi (movie 1962) - Where to Watch & Attention

Q: Where can I watch "The Tale of Zatoichi" online?

You can currently stream "The Tale of Zatoichi" on Criterion Channel. To rent, check Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Amazon Video. To buy, visit Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Amazon Video.

Q: Which streaming service has "The Tale of Zatoichi"?

"The Tale of Zatoichi" is available on Criterion Channel. You can also rent it on Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Amazon Video or buy it on Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Amazon Video.

Q: Where can I stream "The Tale of Zatoichi" for free?

"The Tale of Zatoichi" is not currently available for free streaming. You'll need a subscription to Criterion Channel or can rent/buy it digitally.

Q: Where can I rent or buy "The Tale of Zatoichi" digitally?

You can rent "The Tale of Zatoichi" on Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Amazon Video and buy it on Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Amazon Video.

Q: Is "The Tale of Zatoichi" based on a true story?

No, there has been no suggestion that "The Tale of Zatoichi" is based on a true story.

Q: What sub-genres does "The Tale of Zatoichi" belong to?

The Movie has the following sub-genres: based on novel or book, chambara, chanbara, criminal, edo period, japan, jidaigeki, period drama, ronin, samurai, sword fight, yakuza, zatoichi.

Q: What is the rating of "The Tale of Zatoichi"?

The Movie is rated 7.6/10 on IMDb (6,571 votes), 73% on TMDB (146 votes), 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Q: When was "The Tale of Zatoichi" released?

The Movie was released on April 18, 1962.

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Action Adventure Drama

NR•Apr 18, 1962•Japan•1h 36m

Original 座頭市物語

Language Japanese

Collection Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman Collection

W2TCH 83% Good

1 nomination total

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Country:	Japan
Age rating:	NR
MPAA rating:	Not Rated
W2TCH Rating:	83% Good
Length:	1 h 36 min

Alternative title:	座頭市物語
Collection:	Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman Collection
Release year:	1962
Language:	Japanese
Awards:	🏆 1 nomination total
Type:	Movie