Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Zatoichi on the Road List

  • The Blind Swordsman: Zatoichi - A continuation of the Zatoichi story, featuring the same themes of justice and redemption.
  • Yojimbo - Kurosawa's classic about a wandering samurai who plays two rival gangs against each other.
  • Sanjuro - The sequel to Yojimbo, featuring a cunning samurai's adventures.
  • Kagemusha - A tale of deception and identity set in Japan's feudal era, with Kurosawa's signature style.
  • Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance - Part of a series featuring a wandering assassin and his son, combining action and drama.
  • The Assassin - A beautifully shot film about a female assassin navigating her complex world, reminiscent of Zatoichi's adventures.
  • 13 Assassins - A group of samurai unite against a cruel lord, highlighting themes of honor and sacrifice.
  • Harakiri - A story about honor, revenge, and the samurai code, deeply emotional and intense.
  • The Last Samurai - Explores themes of honor and the samurai way with a Western perspective.
  • Hero - A visually stunning martial arts film about honor and sacrifice.
  • Rashomon - A classic Kurosawa film with multiple perspectives, focusing on truth and human nature.
  • Shogun Assassin - A stylized retelling of the Lone Wolf and Cub saga with intense action.
  • The Hidden Fortress - An epic adventure featuring a samurai who helps a princess escape, combining humor and action.
  • Lady Snowblood - A revenge story of a woman seeking retribution, filled with stylized violence and drama.
  • The Sword of Doom - A dark portrayal of a skilled swordsman whose life spirals into chaos, reflecting the moral complexities of violence.
  • The Wolf's Call - A tense and engaging narrative exploring duty and consequences in a military setting.
  • The Outrage - A Western remake of Rashomon that explores the nature of truth through conflicting stories.
  • The Samurai - A portrayal of the rigorous code of the samurai in a historical context.
  • The Eagle Shooting Heroes - A comedic homage to classic martial arts films, filled with action and whimsical storytelling.
  • Red Cliff - An epic battle film that showcases strategy, heroism, and rich cultural history.
  • The Last of the Mohicans - An epic tale of survival and honor in a historical setting, filled with action.
  • Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - A stunning martial arts film that combines action, romance, and a strong moral narrative.
  • The Karate Kid - A coming-of-age story that emphasizes discipline, honor, and martial arts.
  • Man from Nowhere - A gripping story of revenge and redemption featuring intense action sequences.
  • Oldboy - A dark and intense tale of vengeance that resonates with Zatoichi's themes.
  • Battle Without Honor and Humanity - A stylish yakuza film that delves into themes of anger, loyalty, and betrayal.
  • Ichi the Killer - A brutal film that portrays the depths of violence within the yakuza world.
  • Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai - A modern take on the samurai ethos applied to urban life and gang culture.
  • The Man Who Knew Too Much - Themes of travel, intrigue, and action echo the wandering nature of Zatoichi.
  • The 47 Ronin - A classic tale of loyalty, revenge, and samurai honor that resonates with Zatoichi's narrative.
  • The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo - Tackles themes of revenge and justice with a strong, complex lead character.
  • Spirited Away - An animated film that incorporates themes of spirit and personal journey akin to Zatoichi's adventures.
  • Kill Bill: Vol. 1 - A revenge narrative with strong visual style and martial arts choreography, echoing Zatoichi's path.
  • Ip Man - The story of a martial arts master, highlighting honor, skill, and personal struggles.
  • Dawn of the Dead - While a different genre, it similarly examines survival and human morality in dire situations.
  • The Revenant - A man's quest for survival and revenge in the wilderness captures similar themes of struggle.
  • The Grandmaster - A visually stunning film about martial arts and the journey of its protagonist.
  • Scarface - Themes of ambition and revenge are prominent, featuring a morally complex protagonist.
  • A Bittersweet Life - A stylish revenge tale filled with action and emotional depth.
  • In the Mood for Love - Although a romance, its storytelling and cinematography resonate with the emotional journey of Zatoichi.
  • The Last Duel - A tale of honor, revenge, and morality set in a historical context.
  • Revenge - A revenge thriller with intense action and a strong female lead.

Last updated: 2024-10-02 14:36:50

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
Orange Is the New Black
Orange Is the New Black
90 min
SS 7 EP 91
2013 United States of America 322661 8 Serie Ended TV-MA
2
Yojimbo
Yojimbo
110 min
1961 Japan 132842 8.2 Movie Released NR
3
Sanjuro
Sanjuro
96 min
1962 Japan 41569 8 Movie Released NR
4
Kagemusha
Kagemusha
180 min
1980 Japan 38575 7.9 Movie Released PG
5 1972 Japan 8996 7.7 Movie Released
6
The Assassin
The Assassin
105 min
2015 China 18133 6.3 Movie Released NR
7
13 Assassins
13 Assassins
141 min
2010 Japan 69117 7.5 Movie Released R
8
Harakiri
Harakiri
135 min
1962 Japan 70760 8.6 Movie Released NR
9 2003 New Zealand 476104 7.8 Movie Released
10
Hero
Hero
99 min
2002 China 188490 7.9 Movie Released
11
Rashomon
Rashomon
88 min
1950 Japan 182708 8.2 Movie Released NR
12 1980 Japan 11381 7.3 Movie Released
13 1958 Japan 42793 8.1 Movie Released
14 1973 Japan 16616 7.6 Movie Released NR
15 1966 Japan 12250 7.9 Movie Released
16
The Wolf's Call
The Wolf's Call
115 min
2019 France 21489 6.9 Movie Released
17
The Outrage
The Outrage
96 min
1964 United States of America 2545 6.2 Movie Released
18
The Samurai
The Samurai
80 min
2014 Germany 1723 5.7 Movie Released NR
19 1993 Hong Kong 3297 7 Movie Released
20
Red Cliff
Red Cliff
145 min
2008 China 48767 7.3 Movie Released R
21 1992 United States of America 190311 7.6 Movie Released R
22 2000 China 283356 7.9 Movie Released PG-13
23
The Karate Kid
The Karate Kid
126 min
1984 United States of America 248191 7.3 Movie Released PG
24
Oldboy
Oldboy
120 min
2003 South Korea 645833 8.3 Movie Released R
25
Ichi the Killer
Ichi the Killer
129 min
2001 Japan 60571 7 Movie Released
26 1999 France 98024 7.5 Movie Released
27 1956 United States of America 70634 7.4 Movie Released
28
The 47 Ronin
The 47 Ronin
223 min
1941 Japan 2719 7.2 Movie Released
29 2011 Sweden 499932 7.8 Movie Released R
30
Spirited Away
Spirited Away
125 min
2001 Japan 864704 8.6 Movie Released
31 2003 United States of America 1209380 8.2 Movie Released R
32
Ip Man
Ip Man
106 min
2008 China 234885 8 Movie Released R
33 2004 Canada 275385 7.3 Movie Released R
34
The Revenant
The Revenant
157 min
2015 Canada 884846 8 Movie Released R
35
The Grandmaster
The Grandmaster
130 min
2013 Hong Kong 37040 6.6 Movie Released PG-13
36
Scarface
Scarface
169 min
1983 United States of America 928328 8.3 Movie Released R
37 2005 South Korea 43369 7.5 Movie Released
38 2000 France 169412 8.1 Movie Released PG
39
The Last Duel
The Last Duel
153 min
2021 United States of America 185511 7.4 Movie Released
40
Revenge
Revenge
43 min
SS 4 EP 89
2011 France 125755 7.8 Serie Canceled TV-14
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