Zatoichi in Desperation
1972, Japanese. Directed by Shintarō Katsu.
After accidentally causing the death of an old lady, Zatoichi tries to do right by buying the lady’s daughter’s freedom from a brothel - but this causes more problems than solves them.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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Zatoichi in Desperation is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman: watch order
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 2 September 1972
- Original title
- 新座頭市物語・折れた杖
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Minoru Inuzuka
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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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Zatoichi at Large
1972 · 6.6/10
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Zatoichi Meets the One-Armed Swordsman
1971 · 6.8/10
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Zatoichi's Pilgrimage
1966 · 7.1/10
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Zatoichi and the Chess Expert
1965 · 6.7/10
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Zatoichi and the Fugitives
1968 · 7.0/10
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Zatoichi's Revenge
1965 · 6.6/10
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Zatoichi Challenged
1967 · 7.0/10
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Zatoichi's Vengeance
1966 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Zatoichi's Cane Sword
1967 · 7.3/10
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Zatoichi's Flashing Sword
1964 · 6.9/10
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Samaritan Zatoichi
1968 · 6.8/10
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Zatoichi in Desperation: quick answers
What should I watch before Zatoichi in Desperation?
Watch Zatoichi Meets Yojimbo (1970), Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival (1970), Zatoichi Meets the One-Armed Swordsman (1971), and Zatoichi at Large (1972) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after Zatoichi in Desperation?
Next in the series: Zatoichi's Conspiracy (1973) and Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally (1989).
Is Zatoichi in Desperation worth watching?
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How long is Zatoichi in Desperation?
Zatoichi in Desperation runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does Zatoichi in Desperation have a post-credits scene?
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Zatoichi in Desperation parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Zatoichi in Desperation on?
Zatoichi in Desperation is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Zatoichi in Desperation?
If you liked Zatoichi in Desperation, try Zatoichi Meets the One-Armed Swordsman, Zatoichi's Pilgrimage, Zatoichi and the Chess Expert.
Who directed Zatoichi in Desperation?
Zatoichi in Desperation (1972) was directed by Shintarō Katsu and stars Shintarō Katsu, Kiwako Taichi, Katsuo Nakamura.