Return of the Vagabond
1960, Japanese. Directed by Buichi Saitō.
The 3rd film of the famous "Wataridori" (The Rambler) series from Nikkatsu. The young rambler, Shinji Taki (Akira Kobayashi), with his guitar arrives in Sadogashima Island, Niigata, Japan. Of course, Shinji meets yet another beautiful girl named Noriko, who closely resembles the famous actress Ruriko Asaoka again. Of course, Noriko is in trouble. Of course, Shinji's yet another skilled rival named "Tetsu, the Gunman" comes to Sado shortly. Of course, the villain tries to kill Shinji and Tetsu. Of course, Shinji solves the problem and leaves Sado suddenly.
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
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The Rambler Series
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Details
- Released
- 23 April 1960
- Original title
- 渡り鳥いつまた帰る
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Gan Yamazaki, Hisao Ohkawa
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Return of the Vagabond: quick answers
What should I watch before Return of the Vagabond?
Watch The Rambling Guitarist (1959) and The Guitarist and the Rancher (1960) first.
What comes after Return of the Vagabond?
Next in the series: The Rambler in the Sunset (1960), The Rambler Rides Again (1960), and The Rambler under the Southern Cross (1961).
Is Return of the Vagabond worth watching?
Return of the Vagabond doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Return of the Vagabond?
Return of the Vagabond runs 79 minutes (1h 19m).
Does Return of the Vagabond have a post-credits scene?
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Return of the Vagabond parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Return of the Vagabond on?
Return of the Vagabond isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 23 April 1960. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Return of the Vagabond?
If you liked Return of the Vagabond, try K-20: The Fiend with Twenty Faces, In the Blood, Patlabor WXIII the Movie.
Who directed Return of the Vagabond?
Return of the Vagabond (1960) was directed by Buichi Saitō and stars Akira Kobayashi, Ruriko Asaoka, Joe Shishido.