Sanshiro Sugata in order

Movie-Collection about the Foundation of Judo 2 films, 3h 0m in all, in release order.

Sanshiro Sugata
1943 · 97 min
A hotheaded youth in 1880s Meiji Japan apprentices to judo master Shōgorō Yano, trading brute jujutsu bravado for discipline and humility. As Sanshirō matures, he proves judo’s spirit against old-guard challengers—including a deadly duel—while falling for his vanquished opponent’s daughter. Based on the novel by Tsuneo Tomita, son of Tomita Tsunejirō, the earliest disciple of judo.
Popcorn Flick
Sanshiro Sugata, Part Two
1945 · 83 min
A few years after his breakthrough, Sanshiro resumes his path to judo mastery—testing his discipline against an American prizefighter and later facing vengeful karate brothers. As rival schools and public spectacle push him toward violence, he must reconcile strength with restraint and the true spirit of his art.
Popcorn Flick

Frequently asked questions

What order should I watch Sanshiro Sugata in?

1. Sanshiro Sugata (1943), 2. Sanshiro Sugata, Part Two (1945).

How long does it take to watch all of Sanshiro Sugata?

About 3h 0m across 2 released films.

Do any Sanshiro Sugata films have post-credit scenes?

None are listed on TMDB.