Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Zatoichi List
- The Blind Swordsman: Zatoichi - A direct continuation of the Zatoichi legacy featuring the blind swordsman.
- 13 Assassins - A samurai film with intense action and moral dilemmas similar to Zatoichi's battles.
- Kill Bill: Vol. 1 - Stylized violence and a strong protagonist on a quest for vengeance.
- Yojimbo - A classic samurai film featuring a wandering protagonist who manipulates rival gangs.
- The Last Samurai - Explores themes of honor and redemption in a historical Japanese context.
- Rashomon - A classic Akira Kurosawa film that examines truth and morality similar to Zatoichi's character.
- Blade of the Immortal - Features a samurai with extraordinary combat skills on a quest for redemption.
- The Hidden Fortress - Another Kurosawa film featuring adventure, samurai, and strong characters.
- The Assassin - A visually stunning film about an assassin in a historical setting.
- Ronin - Involves skilled warriors in a quest, similar to Zatoichi's adventurous spirit.
- Ninja Scroll - An animated tale featuring a wandering warrior facing powerful foes.
- Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - Combines martial arts with a strong storyline and beautiful cinematography.
- The House of the Scorpion - Themes of loyalty and personal struggle reflect elements in Zatoichi's journey.
- Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai - Explores the life of a modern-day samurai, echoing Zatoichi's ethos.
- The Way of the Dragon - Features martial arts prowess and a strong central character.
- Enter the Dragon - A martial arts classic that emphasizes skill and honor, akin to Zatoichi’s story.
- Shogun Assassin - An iconic samurai action film with themes of revenge and martial skill.
- Dolls - Explores personal relationships in a beautiful visual style, similar to the stylistic choices in Zatoichi.
- Kagemusha - Follows a master of deception and features intricate samurai plots.
- The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo - Features a strong female lead seeking revenge, mirroring Zatoichi's themes.
- The Last Ronin - A story of a lone warrior navigating a treacherous world akin to Zatoichi’s adventures.
- Cyborg Cop - Combines action and martial arts elements in a narrative reminiscent of Zatoichi.
- The Seven Samurai - A classic ensemble film involving skilled fighters coming together for a common cause.
- Orochi - A tale of revenge and revenge within the samurai tradition.
- The Twilight Samurai - A poignant story about a low-ranking samurai balancing duty and family.
- The Sword of Doom - Follows a skilled swordsman tormented by his violent life, similar to Zatoichi.
- The Siege of Firebase Gloria - Features intense combat and moral questions similar to the narrative depth of Zatoichi.
- I Saw the Devil - A tale of revenge that showcases brutal action and emotional turmoil.
- Lady Snowblood - Focuses on a female assassin seeking vengeance, paralleling Zatoichi's themes.
- The Man with the Iron Fists - Features martial arts and a quest for revenge amidst a stylized action environment.
- Equilibrium - Includes elements of a lone hero fighting against a corrupt regime, similar to Zatoichi.
- The Warrior - A tale of redemption focused on a lone fighter in a historical setting.
- Sukiyaki Western Django - A western influenced by samurai traditions, blending cultures and action.
- Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny - A sequel that showcases martial arts and themes of love and honor.
- Gonin - Follows a group of anti-heroes embroiled in violence and personal vendettas.
- Red Cliff - An epic historical war film featuring battles and strategies reminiscent of samurai film dynamics.
- Hara-Kiri - Explores samurai ethics and codes of honor through a powerful narrative.
- The Grandmaster - Highlights the life of a martial artist within the historical context of China and its style.
- The Gifted - Explores the spiritual and physical journey of a character, similar to Zatoichi’s path.
- Genghis: The Legend of the Ten - Involves battles reminiscent of samurai confrontation themes.
- The King and the Clown - Explores themes of loyalty and betrayal in a historical setting.
- A Touch of Sin - Interlinks tales of violence and moral dilemma set in contemporary China.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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1997 | United States of America | Adventure | 28531 | 7.8 | Serie | Ended | TV-G |
| 2 |
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2010 | Japan | Action | 69117 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 3 |
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2003 | United States of America | Action | 1209380 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | R |
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1961 | Japan | Action | 132842 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 5 |
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2003 | New Zealand | Drama | 476104 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 6 |
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1950 | Japan | Crime | 182708 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 7 |
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2017 | Japan | Action | 19627 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 8 |
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1958 | Japan | Action | 42793 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 9 |
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2015 | China | Action | 18133 | 6.3 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 10 |
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1998 | United Kingdom | Action | 197003 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 11 |
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1993 | Japan | Action | 41263 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 12 |
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2000 | China | Adventure | 283356 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 13 | 1999 | France | Crime | 98024 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | ||
| 14 |
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1972 | Hong Kong | Action | 41583 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 15 |
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1973 | Hong Kong | Action | 114021 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | R |
| 16 |
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1980 | Japan | Action | 11381 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 17 |
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2002 | Japan | Drama | 17437 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 18 |
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1980 | Japan | Drama | 38575 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 19 |
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2011 | Sweden | Crime | 499932 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 20 |
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2010 | Japan | Drama | 416 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 21 |
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1993 | United States of America | Action | 1350 | 4.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 22 |
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2002 | Japan | Drama | 25755 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 23 |
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1966 | Japan | Action | 12250 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 24 |
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1989 | Philippines | Action | 3393 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 25 |
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2010 | South Korea | Action | 148702 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 26 |
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1973 | Japan | Action | 16616 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 27 |
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2012 | Hong Kong | Action | 64432 | 5.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 28 |
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2002 | United States of America | Action | 349289 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 29 |
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2001 | China | Action | 11304 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 30 |
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2007 | Japan | Adventure | 15908 | 6.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 31 | 2016 | China | Action | 21045 | 6.1 | Movie | Released | PG-13 | |
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1995 | Japan | Action | 2677 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | |
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2008 | China | Adventure | 48767 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 34 |
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2013 | Hong Kong | Action | 37040 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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2017 | United States of America | Action | 38191 | 7.2 | Serie | Canceled | TV-14 |
| 36 | 2012 | Mongolia | Action | 451 | 5.8 | Movie | Released | ||
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2013 | China | Crime | 13048 | 7.1 | Movie | Released |
