Tough Guy
1961, Japanese. Directed by Tokuzō Tanaka.
Asakichi beats a ganster, Sada, in a physical fight, leading to recognition by Sada's clan boss. When Kotoito, the geisha Asakichi is in love with, is kidnapped by a rival clan and sold to a a house of pleasure, Asakichi and Sada set out to rescue her.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
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Details
- Released
- 30 September 1961
- Original title
- 悪名
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Yoshikata Yoda
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Bad Reputation Returns
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1962 · 8.0/10
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1962 · 7.0/10
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Bad Reputation: Three Notorious Men
1963 · 8.0/10
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Bad Reputation: Imposter's Paradise
1963 · 8.0/10
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Bad Reputation: The Notorious Harbor
1963 · 9.0/10
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Tough Guy: quick answers
What comes after Tough Guy?
Next in the series: Bad Reputation Returns (1961), The Notorious Man's Return (1962), and New Bad Reputation Continues (1962).
Is Tough Guy worth watching?
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How long is Tough Guy?
Tough Guy runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Tough Guy have a post-credits scene?
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Tough Guy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Tough Guy on?
Tough Guy isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 30 September 1961. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Tough Guy?
If you liked Tough Guy, try Harmonium, Vanya on 42nd Street, Beast.
Who directed Tough Guy?
Tough Guy (1961) was directed by Tokuzō Tanaka and stars Shintarō Katsu, Jirō Tamiya, Tamao Nakamura.