Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Mifune: The Last Samurai List

  • Ikiru - Explores themes of death and purpose, similar to the emotional depth in Mifune's life.
  • Rashomon - Another Kurosawa classic that delves into the complexity of truth and human nature.
  • Seven Samurai - Features Mifune in a legendary role that showcases honor, sacrifice, and heroism.
  • Yojimbo - Mifune stars as a wandering samurai, embodying the themes of the lone hero.
  • Ran - A historical epic with themes of power struggles, loyalty, and betrayal.
  • The Hidden Fortress - Combines action and humor while exploring class dynamics, featuring Kurosawa's style.
  • Throne of Blood - A unique adaptation of Shakespeare’s Macbeth set in feudal Japan, rich in visuals and drama.
  • Kagemusha - Depicts a samurai's honor and deception while presenting a strong visual narrative.
  • Sanjuro - A sequel to Yojimbo with Mifune portraying the elegant yet ruthless samurai.
  • Dreams - Explores Japanese culture and existential themes, showcasing Kurosawa's visual storytelling.
  • The Last Samurai - A Western perspective on samurai culture and honor, reflecting themes from Mifune's era.
  • Kill Bill: Vol. 1 - Features samurai-inspired action and themes of vengeance and redemption.
  • Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - Blend of action and philosophical themes related to honor and sacrifice.
  • 13 Assassins - A gripping tale of samurai loyalty and sacrifice with intense action sequences.
  • Shogun Assassin - Explores samurai culture and features intense action, akin to Mifune's films.
  • The Tale of the Princess Kaguya - Rich in Japanese folklore and culture, similar to the themes explored in Mifune’s works.
  • Blade of the Immortal - A dark tale of redemption and honor set in a samurai context.
  • The Assassin - A beautifully shot film that captures the essence of samurai culture and conflict.
  • The Sword of Doom - Explores the dark side of the samurai life, highlighting moral conflicts.
  • Hara-Kiri - A poignant critique of samurai culture, emphasizing honor and tragic choices.
  • Antonio Gaudí - While a documentary, it shares Kurosawa's aesthetics and deep respect for art.
  • The Last Emperor - A historical film that explores cultural identity and transition, reminiscent of Mifune's era.
  • The Assassin's Blade - Focuses on the personal journeys of individuals within a samurai setting.
  • The Blood of Wolves - A blend of samurai drama and action with gripping story arcs.
  • The Twilight Samurai - A character-driven story about a lowly samurai with themes of love and loss.
  • A Touch of Zen - Merges action, philosophy, and stunning visuals within a unique historical context.
  • Spirited Away - Explores Japanese culture with a focus on honor and adventure, albeit in a different genre.
  • Miyamoto Musashi - Follows a legendary samurai's journey, echoing themes of honor and personal growth.
  • Orochi - An early Japanese film that explores themes of revenge and betrayal within a historical context.
  • Gun Akimbo - Focuses on a protagonist thrust into violence, echoing the struggle found in samurai tales.
  • The Last Duel - A story of honor and betrayal set in medieval times, featuring strong character arcs.
  • The Great Wall - Combines action and historical elements with themes of honor and sacrifice.
  • Mifune's Last Bow - A documentary focusing on Mifune's impact on cinema and culture.
  • 47 Ronin - Tells a story of loyalty and revenge in a samurai context, akin to Mifune's roles.
  • The Emperor's Naked Army Marches On - A documentary that shares themes of honor and moral conflict, set in a war context.
  • The Outrage - Explores themes of betrayal and moral ambiguity in a narrative reflective of samurai tales.
  • The Flowers of War - Features conflict and moral dilemmas set against a backdrop of historical significance.
  • The Raid: Redemption - Intense action sequences and personal vendettas, echoing the emotional stakes in Mifune's films.

Last updated: 2024-10-05 22:31:25

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
Ikiru
Ikiru
143 min
1952 Japan 89104 8.3 Movie Released
2
Rashomon
Rashomon
88 min
1950 Japan 182708 8.2 Movie Released NR
3
Seven Samurai
Seven Samurai
207 min
1954 Japan 370628 8.6 Movie Released
4
Yojimbo
Yojimbo
110 min
1961 Japan 132842 8.2 Movie Released NR
5
Ran
Ran
160 min
1985 Japan 137891 8.2 Movie Released
6 1958 Japan 42793 8.1 Movie Released
7
Throne of Blood
Throne of Blood
108 min
1957 Japan 56566 8 Movie Released
8
Kagemusha
Kagemusha
180 min
1980 Japan 38575 7.9 Movie Released PG
9
Sanjuro
Sanjuro
96 min
1962 Japan 41569 8 Movie Released NR
10
Dreams
Dreams
119 min
1990 United States of America 29624 7.7 Movie Released PG
11 2003 New Zealand 476104 7.8 Movie Released
12 2003 United States of America 1209380 8.2 Movie Released R
13 2000 China 283356 7.9 Movie Released PG-13
14
13 Assassins
13 Assassins
141 min
2010 Japan 69117 7.5 Movie Released R
15 1980 Japan 11381 7.3 Movie Released
16 2013 Japan 55200 8 Movie Released PG
17 2017 Japan 19627 6.7 Movie Released R
18
The Assassin
The Assassin
105 min
2015 China 18133 6.3 Movie Released NR
19 1966 Japan 12250 7.9 Movie Released
20 1984 Japan 1760 7.2 Movie Released
21 1987 China 112568 7.7 Movie Released PG-13
22 2018 Japan 1683 6.9 Movie Released
23 2002 Japan 25755 8.1 Movie Released
24
A Touch of Zen
A Touch of Zen
180 min
1971 Hong Kong 7433 7.5 Movie Released NR
25
Spirited Away
Spirited Away
125 min
2001 Japan 864704 8.6 Movie Released
26
Miyamoto Musashi
Miyamoto Musashi
60 min
SS 1 EP 2
2014 Japan 298 7.6 Serie Ended
27
The Last Duel
The Last Duel
153 min
2021 United States of America 185511 7.4 Movie Released
28
The Great Wall
The Great Wall
103 min
2016 China 149576 5.9 Movie Released PG-13
29
47 Ronin
47 Ronin
119 min
2013 Japan 172637 6.2 Movie Released PG-13
30 1987 Japan 2156 8.2 Movie Released
31
The Outrage
The Outrage
96 min
1964 United States of America 2545 6.2 Movie Released
32 2011 China 56104 7.5 Movie Released R
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