Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Zatoichi Challenged List

  • The Blind Swordsman: Zatoichi - A modern take on the classic Zatoichi character, maintaining the themes of honor and redemption.
  • Yojimbo - A wandering samurai who manipulates rival gangs, similar to Zatoichi's challenges.
  • Sanjuro - A sequel to Yojimbo that explores samurai ethics and the fight against corruption.
  • Kill Bill: Vol. 1 - Features a strong, skilled warrior on a personal quest for revenge, much like Zatoichi.
  • 13 Assassins - A story of a group of samurai uniting against a common enemy, showcasing intense sword fighting.
  • Sword of the Beast - Focuses on a fugitive samurai and features similar themes of survival and combat.
  • Lady Snowblood - Revenge tale of a woman trained in combat, paralleling the themes found in Zatoichi.
  • The Last Samurai - Explores samurai honor and culture while featuring thrilling swordplay.
  • Rashomon - Explores different perspectives on a singular event, similar in depth to Zatoichi's storylines.
  • The Seven Samurai - Classic story of samurai protecting a village from bandits, emblematic of the genre.
  • Shogun Assassin - Follows a father and son on a journey filled with violence and revenge, resembling Zatoichi's tone.
  • Duel at Ichijoji Temple - A classic samurai film featuring intense sword fights and moral dilemmas.
  • Electric Dragon 80.000 V - An underground film with strong themes and stylized martial arts that echo Zatoichi's unique style.
  • The Assassin - A visually stunning martial arts film that revolves around skilled fighters and political intrigue.
  • Azumi - Features a young warrior undertaking dangerous missions, akin to Zatoichi's challenges.
  • Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance - Explores the journey of a lone warrior fighting against injustice, much like Zatoichi.
  • The Hidden Fortress - A classic Kurosawa film with elements of humor and adventure, similar to Zatoichi's tone.
  • The Wolf of Wall Street - While not about samurai, it explores the moral complexities of its characters, similar to Zatoichi's narratives.
  • Ichi the Killer - A dark thriller that intertwines themes of violence and redemption, akin to Zatoichi.
  • Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai - Fuses modern life with samurai philosophy, reflecting themes throughout the Zatoichi series.
  • House of Flying Daggers - Features fantastical martial arts and a love story amidst conflict similar to Zatoichi's world.
  • The Twilight Samurai - Delivers a touching tale of a low-ranking samurai balancing duty and family, aligning with Zatoichi’s themes.
  • Kung Fu Hustle - A blend of comedy and martial arts that echoes the unique style of Zatoichi.
  • The Sword of Doom - A dark portrayal of a skilled but morally conflicted swordsman reminiscent of Zatoichi.
  • Harakiri - Explores samurai honor, societal pressures, and dark themes similar to those in Zatoichi.
  • The Village of Eight Graves - Features intertwining tales of revenge, exploring the darker side of human nature.
  • Black Rain - A gritty exploration of honor and survival with a strong lead character similar to Zatoichi.
  • Fateful Findings - A blend of supernatural elements and self-discovery that echoes the unique storytelling of Zatoichi.
  • Shogun's Samurai - Highlights conflict between samurai and is loaded with sword fighting and personal battles.
  • Dancing with Wolves - Explores cultural clashes and themes of honor, reminiscent of Zatoichi's journey.
  • Ghost in the Shell - A blend of philosophy and action, exploring complex characters which resonates with Zatoichi's narrative depth.
  • The Man with No Name Trilogy - Clint Eastwood's iconic character shares similarities with Zatoichi's lone-wolf mentality.
  • The Raid: Redemption - Intense martial arts action with themes of survival and combat mastery, akin to Zatoichi.
  • The Hateful Eight - A film that revolves around morally ambiguous characters and tension-filled narratives, similar in tone.
  • High and Low - Focuses on societal dilemmas and personal conflicts, providing a narrative depth enjoyed in Zatoichi.
  • The Protector - Features a lone hero fighting for justice, reminiscent of Zatoichi's struggles.
  • Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - Explores honor, love, and martial arts, blending beautifully like the Zatoichi series.
  • The Last House on the Left - A dark tale of survival and revenge, which parallels Zatoichi's themes.
  • Enter the Dragon - Combines martial arts with personal quests and conflict, similar to Zatoichi's journey.
  • The 47 Ronin - A story of loyalty, honor, and revenge among samurai, similar to the themes in Zatoichi.
  • Once Upon a Time in the West - Demonstrates strong character arcs and conflicts in a timeless setting, much like Zatoichi.
  • The Last Samurai - Explores the transition of samurai culture and fighting for a cause.
  • The Bravados - A story about vengeance and moral dilemmas, reminiscent of Zatoichi's struggles.

Last updated: 2024-10-04 10:14:13

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
The Simpsons
The Simpsons
22 min
SS 36 EP 775
1989 United States of America 440460 8.7 Serie Returning Series TV-PG
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 2003 United States of America 1209380 8.2 Movie Released R
5
13 Assassins
13 Assassins
141 min
2010 Japan 69117 7.5 Movie Released R
6 1965 Japan 3125 7.5 Movie Released
7 1973 Japan 16616 7.6 Movie Released NR
8 2003 New Zealand 476104 7.8 Movie Released
9
Rashomon
Rashomon
88 min
1950 Japan 182708 8.2 Movie Released NR
10 1980 Japan 11381 7.3 Movie Released
11 2001 Japan 2746 6.8 Movie Released
12
The Assassin
The Assassin
105 min
2015 China 18133 6.3 Movie Released NR
13
Azumi
Azumi
128 min
2003 Japan 15215 6.7 Movie Released R
14 1972 Japan 8996 7.7 Movie Released
15 1958 Japan 42793 8.1 Movie Released
16 2013 United States of America 1609380 8.2 Movie Released R
17
Ichi the Killer
Ichi the Killer
129 min
2001 Japan 60571 7 Movie Released
18 1999 France 98024 7.5 Movie Released
19 2004 China 116717 7.5 Movie Released PG-13
20 2002 Japan 25755 8.1 Movie Released
21 2004 China 152556 7.7 Movie Released R
22 1966 Japan 12250 7.9 Movie Released
23
Harakiri
Harakiri
135 min
1962 Japan 70760 8.6 Movie Released NR
24
Black Rain
Black Rain
125 min
1989 United States of America 60312 6.6 Movie Released R
25 2013 6623 4.3 Movie Released NR
26 1978 Japan 1688 7.1 Movie Released
27 2017 China 229542 6.3 Movie Released PG-13
28 2015 United States of America 667853 7.8 Movie Released R
29
High and Low
High and Low
142 min
1963 Japan 54665 8.4 Movie Released NR
30
The Protector
The Protector
111 min
2005 Thailand 39234 7 Movie Released R
31 2000 China 283356 7.9 Movie Released PG-13
32 2009 United States of America 101356 6.5 Movie Released R
33 1973 Hong Kong 114021 7.6 Movie Released R
34
The 47 Ronin
The 47 Ronin
223 min
1941 Japan 2719 7.2 Movie Released
35 1968 Italy 352227 8.5 Movie Released
36
The Bravados
The Bravados
98 min
1958 United States of America 6580 7 Movie Released NR
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