A Chivalrous Spirit
1958, Japanese. Directed by Sadatsugu Matsuda.
An all-star cast highlights this Jidai-Geki classic. Set in the samurai era, this is the tale of period Yakuza. One of the real classics in this genre. Jirocho, an honorable and respected gang boss, uncovers a conspiracy organized by his rivals while on a quest to bring justice to three murders. Some of the most famous actors from Toei studios make this a must-see for everyone! Featuring a very young Nakamura Kinnosuke, who went on to become one of Japan's mosted noteworthy actors under the name Yorosuya Kinnosuke. This is one of the best examples his early work.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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Details
- Released
- 3 January 1958
- Original title
- 任侠東海道
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Yoshitake Hisa
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A Chivalrous Spirit: quick answers
What should I watch before A Chivalrous Spirit?
Watch Shimizu Port of Chivalry (1957) first.
What comes after A Chivalrous Spirit?
Next in the series: Road of Chivalry (1960) and Tokaido Fullhouse (1963).
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How long is A Chivalrous Spirit?
A Chivalrous Spirit runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does A Chivalrous Spirit have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is A Chivalrous Spirit on?
A Chivalrous Spirit isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 3 January 1958. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Chivalrous Spirit?
If you liked A Chivalrous Spirit, try Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Deadly Fight in Hiroshima, Siberian Education, Yakuza Graveyard.
Who directed A Chivalrous Spirit?
A Chivalrous Spirit (1958) was directed by Sadatsugu Matsuda and stars Chiezo Kataoka, Chiyonosuke Azuma, Kinnosuke Nakamura.