Zatoichi at Large
1972, Japanese. Directed by Kazuo Mori.
Blind masseur and master swordsman Zatoichi finds a robbed and fatally wounded pregnant woman, whose baby he delivers before she dies. He takes the baby in search of its father and finds the child's aunt, who is about to be forced into prostitution for want of a payment the dead mother was bringing. Zatoichi determines to save the woman from her cruel fate.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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Zatoichi at Large is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman: watch order
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 15 January 1972
- Original title
- 座頭市御用旅
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Kinya Naoi
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In release order. The films it follows, and anything it builds on.
Zatoichi's Vengeance
1966 · 6.9/10
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Zatoichi's Pilgrimage
1966 · 7.1/10
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Zatoichi's Cane Sword
1967 · 7.3/10
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Zatoichi the Outlaw
1967 · 6.7/10
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Zatoichi Challenged
1967 · 7.0/10
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Zatoichi and the Fugitives
1968 · 7.0/10
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Samaritan Zatoichi
1968 · 6.8/10
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Zatoichi Meets Yojimbo
1970 · 6.8/10
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Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival
1970 · 6.8/10
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Zatoichi Meets the One-Armed Swordsman
1971 · 6.8/10
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After Zatoichi at Large
What comes next in the series.
If you liked Zatoichi at Large
Zatoichi's Revenge
1965 · 6.6/10
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Zatoichi and the Chess Expert
1965 · 6.7/10
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Adventures of Zatoichi
1964 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickSame series: Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman
Zatoichi the Fugitive
1963 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickSame series: Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman
Zatoichi Challenged
1967 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeSame series: Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman
Zatoichi in Desperation
1972 · 6.7/10
NewSame series: Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman
Zatoichi's Flashing Sword
1964 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickSame series: Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman
Zatoichi's Vengeance
1966 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickSame series: Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman
Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival
1970 · 6.8/10
Popcorn FlickSame series: Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman
Zatoichi's Pilgrimage
1966 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeSame series: Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman
Zatoichi at Large: quick answers
What should I watch before Zatoichi at Large?
Watch Samaritan Zatoichi (1968), Zatoichi Meets Yojimbo (1970), Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival (1970), and Zatoichi Meets the One-Armed Swordsman (1971) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after Zatoichi at Large?
Next in the series: Zatoichi in Desperation (1972), Zatoichi's Conspiracy (1973), and Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally (1989).
Is Zatoichi at Large worth watching?
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How long is Zatoichi at Large?
Zatoichi at Large runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does Zatoichi at Large have a post-credits scene?
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Zatoichi at Large parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Zatoichi at Large on?
Zatoichi at Large is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Zatoichi at Large?
If you liked Zatoichi at Large, try Zatoichi's Revenge, Zatoichi and the Chess Expert, Adventures of Zatoichi.
Who directed Zatoichi at Large?
Zatoichi at Large (1972) was directed by Kazuo Mori and stars Shintarō Katsu, Rentaro Mikuni, Hisaya Morishige.