Cruel Story of the Shogunate's Downfall
1964, Japanese. Directed by Tai Katō.
A headstrong young man seeks to join the Shinsengumi, but while his determination impresses his superiors, questions begin to arise as to his true identity and intentions.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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- Released
- 12 December 1964
- Original title
- 幕末残酷物語
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Takeo Kunihiro
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Cruel Story of the Shogunate's Downfall runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
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Cruel Story of the Shogunate's Downfall isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 12 December 1964. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like Cruel Story of the Shogunate's Downfall?
If you liked Cruel Story of the Shogunate's Downfall, try Tenchu!, Taboo, Snow Flower and the Secret Fan.
Who directed Cruel Story of the Shogunate's Downfall?
Cruel Story of the Shogunate's Downfall (1964) was directed by Tai Katō and stars Hashizo Ōkawa, Chōichirō Kawarasaki, Sumiko Fuji.