Plot — What is Hakkenden about?
Takizawa Bakin, a popular Edo period author, begins to recount a story he is planning in front of his friend, the artist Katsushika Hokusai. The story is about eight warriors who, each carrying a jewel, gather together as if guided by fate and embark on a harsh journey to fight the curse of the Satomi family. Hokusai is drawn into the story that Bakin is telling, and visits Bakin on various occasions to hear the rest of the story, and a strange relationship between the two begins. The serialization becomes Bakin's life's work, with the idea of "rewarding good and punishing evil in a world where evil is rampant," but after 28 years, as the story finally approaches its climax, Bakin begins to lose his sight. With the completion of the story in doubt, he receives an unexpected proposal from his daughter-in-law. Will the story ever be completed?
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2024 |
| Genre | Drama, Fantasy, War |
| Language | Japanese |
| Runtime | 149 min |
| Audience Score | 74% (7.4/10, 11 votes) |
Hakkenden — FAQ
Is Hakkenden worth watching? Hakkenden holds a 7.4/10 rating from 11 viewers. Takizawa Bakin, a popular Edo period author, begins to recount a story he is planning in front of his friend, the artist Katsushika Hokusai. The story is about eight warriors who, each carrying a jewel, gather together a
Who directed Hakkenden? Directed by Fumihiko Sori.
Who is in the cast of Hakkenden? It stars Koji Yakusho, Seiyo Uchino, Tao Tsuchiya, Keisuke Watanabe, Jin Suzuki, Rihito Itagaki and more.
Where can I stream Hakkenden? Streaming availability for Hakkenden is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Hakkenden release? It released in 2024.
