Tokyo Drifter
1966, Japanese. Directed by Seijun Suzuki.
After yakuza boss Kurata dissolves his own criminal empire, a rival kingpin offers a position to Kurata's top operative, Tetsuya "Phoenix Tetsu" Hondo. When the fiercely loyal Tetsu declines, Otsuka taps unstoppable Tatsuzo the "Viper", a ruthless gun-for-hire, to assassinate him. As the Viper trails his target through the countryside, the agile Phoenix Tetsu grows concerned that one of his former associates has betrayed him.
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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Tokyo Drifter is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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- Released
- 10 April 1966
- Original title
- 東京流れ者
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Kōhan Kawauchi
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Tokyo Drifter: quick answers
Is Tokyo Drifter worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 221 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Tokyo Drifter?
Tokyo Drifter runs 83 minutes (1h 23m).
Does Tokyo Drifter have a post-credits scene?
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Tokyo Drifter parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Tokyo Drifter on?
Tokyo Drifter is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like Tokyo Drifter?
If you liked Tokyo Drifter, try Branded to Kill, Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Proxy War, Sonatine.
Who directed Tokyo Drifter?
Tokyo Drifter (1966) was directed by Seijun Suzuki and stars Tetsuya Watari, Chieko Matsubara, Hideaki Nitani.