Plot — What is Throne of Blood about?
Returning to their lord's castle, samurai warriors Washizu and Miki are waylaid by a spirit who predicts their futures. When the first part of the spirit's prophecy comes true, Washizu's scheming wife, Asaji, presses him to speed up the rest of the spirit's prophecy by murdering his lord and usurping his place. Director Akira Kurosawa's resetting of William Shakespeare's "Macbeth" in feudal Japan is one of his most acclaimed films.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1957 |
| Genre | Drama, History |
| Language | Japanese |
| Runtime | 108 min |
| Audience Score | 79% (7.9/10, 1,032 votes) |
Throne of Blood — FAQ
Is Throne of Blood worth watching? Throne of Blood holds a 7.9/10 rating from 1,032 viewers. Returning to their lord's castle, samurai warriors Washizu and Miki are waylaid by a spirit who predicts their futures. When the first part of the spirit's prophecy comes true, Washizu's scheming wife, Asaji, presses him
Who directed Throne of Blood? Directed by Akira Kurosawa.
Who is in the cast of Throne of Blood? It stars Toshirō Mifune, Isuzu Yamada, Takashi Shimura, Akira Kubo, Hiroshi Tachikawa, Minoru Chiaki and more.
Where can I stream Throne of Blood? You can stream Throne of Blood on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max. Availability may vary by region.
When did Throne of Blood release? It released in 1957.
