Kuroneko
1968, Japanese. Directed by Kaneto Shindō.
Beware what lurks in the bamboo forest craving the blood of samurai!
In the Sengoku period, a woman and her daughter are raped and murdered by soldiers during a time of civil war. Afterwards, a series of samurai returning from the war through that area are found mysteriously dead with their throats torn out. The governor calls in a wild and fierce young hero to quell what is evidently an Onryō ghost.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
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Details
- Released
- 24 February 1968
- Original title
- 藪の中の黒猫
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Kaneto Shindō
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Kuroneko: quick answers
Is Kuroneko worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 241 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Kuroneko?
Kuroneko runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does Kuroneko have a post-credits scene?
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Kuroneko parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Kuroneko on?
Kuroneko isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 1 November 2026.)
What movies are like Kuroneko?
If you liked Kuroneko, try Kwaidan, Return of Giant Majin, Gemini.
Who directed Kuroneko?
Kuroneko (1968) was directed by Kaneto Shindō and stars Kichiemon Nakamura II, Nobuko Otowa, Kiwako Taichi.