Black Challenger
1964, Japanese. Directed by Mitsuo Murayama.
Young lawyer Jiro receives a late night phone call from a distraught woman sending him on a journey to uncover corruption and exploitation stemming from those at the very top of society.
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
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Details
- Released
- 4 April 1964
- Original title
- 黒の挑戦者
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Yoshihiro Ishimatsu, Kenrō Matsuura
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In release order. The films it follows, and anything it builds on.
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1962 · 7.1/10
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1963 · 6.6/10
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Black Money
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Black Dead Ball
1963
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The Black Trademark
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Lips of Ruin
1963 · 9.0/10
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Black Speeding
1964
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Black Challenger: quick answers
What should I watch before Black Challenger?
Watch Black Dead Ball (1963), The Black Trademark (1963), Lips of Ruin (1963), and Black Speeding (1964) first, plus 3 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after Black Challenger?
Next in the series: Black Weapon (1964), Black Trump Card (1964), and Superexpress (1964).
Is Black Challenger worth watching?
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How long is Black Challenger?
Black Challenger runs 83 minutes (1h 23m).
Does Black Challenger have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Black Challenger. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Black Challenger parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Black Challenger on?
Black Challenger isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 4 April 1964. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Black Challenger?
If you liked Black Challenger, try Panic, The Eel, True Believer.
Who directed Black Challenger?
Black Challenger (1964) was directed by Mitsuo Murayama and stars Jirō Tamiya, Mikiko Tsubouchi, Naoko Kubo.