Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Zatoichi's Conspiracy List

  • Shin Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman - Continuing the story of Zatoichi with similar themes of honor and sword fighting.
  • Throne of Blood - A retelling of Shakespeare's Macbeth in a samurai setting, featuring loyalty and betrayal.
  • Yojimbo - A samurai film with a gritty atmosphere and strong themes of moral ambiguity.
  • Sanjuro - Features a wandering samurai who uses his skills to help others, similar to Zatoichi's approach.
  • The Seven Samurai - Classic samurai film that explores teamwork and courage in the face of danger.
  • Hidden Fortress - Akira Kurosawa's blend of adventure and comedy in a samurai setting.
  • Rashomon - Explores themes of truth and justice, also directed by Kurosawa.
  • The Last Samurai - An epic tale of honor and tradition against the backdrop of modernization.
  • 13 Assassins - A group of warriors taking a stand against a tyrannical leader, much like Zatoichi’s morally driven action.
  • Kill Bill: Volume 1 - Strong female lead on a revenge mission, featuring stylized combat.
  • The Assassin - Beautiful visuals with a slow-paced narrative about a skilled assassin.
  • Sword of the Beast - A tale of betrayal and survival, set in the Edo period.
  • Lady Snowblood - A revenge story with strong stylistic elements, influencing many samurai films.
  • The Twilight Samurai - A poignant tale of a low-ranking samurai balancing duty and family life.
  • Harakiri - An intense story about honor and societal expectations, with a tragic twist.
  • The Sword of Doom - A darker portrayal of a samurai's spiraling descent into madness and violence.
  • Orochi - An intense story of revenge and tragic circumstances involving a tragic hero.
  • Yakuza Apocalypse - A unique blend of yakuza and supernatural elements, connected with Japan's violent underbelly.
  • The Wolf and Cub - A classic journey of a samurai and his son navigating the world.
  • Two Heroes - Focuses on the samurai code and features strong dueling scenes.
  • Zatoichi's Revenge - Another installment in the Zatoichi saga focusing on revenge and justice.
  • Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart at the River Styx - Combines action and strong character-driven narratives in samurai style.
  • Red Sun - Bridges westerns and samurai elements, featuring international collaboration.
  • Shogun Assassin - A blend of violence, adventure, and companionship between father and son.
  • The Yakuza - Examining the yakuza culture with themes of brotherhood and loyalty.
  • Ichi the Killer - Explores themes of violence and obsession within the yakuza genre.
  • Bushi no Ichibun - A fresh perspective on the lives of samurai amidst changing societal norms.
  • Brotherhood of the Wolf - Combines action and mystery elements in a historical setting.
  • The Swordsman - Action-packed film featuring well-choreographed sword fights and rich storytelling.
  • The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo - Despite being modern, it shares elements of revenge and complex characters.
  • Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai - Incorporates samurai philosophy into a modern-day setting.
  • The Man with the Iron Fists - Prayer carries samurai heritage into a stylized, action-loaded film.
  • Sukiyaki Western Django - Fuses western and eastern styles with unique storytelling qualities.
  • The Last Warrior - Involves themes of courage and resistance against oppression.
  • The Great Yokai War - A whimsical film that involves folklore elements similar to Zatoichi's high concept.
  • Kung Fu Hustle - A blend of action, humor, and martial arts in an epic narrative.
  • Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - Focuses on honor, loyalty, and breathtaking martial arts.
  • Kubo and the Two Strings - Combines adventure with a strong emphasis on family and the power of storytelling.
  • The Heroic Trio - Features strong female characters in action-oriented narratives with martial prowess.
  • The Hitman's Bodyguard - Although modern, involves action-packed comedy with themes of honor.
  • The Last Samurai - Rich storytelling with themes of sacrifice and ethics, set in wartime Japan.

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# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
The Witcher: Blood Origin
The Witcher: Blood Origin
43 min
SS 1 EP 4
2022 Poland 45564 4.9 Serie Ended TV-MA
2
Throne of Blood
Throne of Blood
108 min
1957 Japan 56566 8 Movie Released
3
Yojimbo
Yojimbo
110 min
1961 Japan 132842 8.2 Movie Released NR
4
Sanjuro
Sanjuro
96 min
1962 Japan 41569 8 Movie Released NR
5
Rashomon
Rashomon
88 min
1950 Japan 182708 8.2 Movie Released NR
6 2003 New Zealand 476104 7.8 Movie Released
7
13 Assassins
13 Assassins
141 min
2010 Japan 69117 7.5 Movie Released R
8
The Assassin
The Assassin
105 min
2015 China 18133 6.3 Movie Released NR
9 1965 Japan 3125 7.5 Movie Released
10 1973 Japan 16616 7.6 Movie Released NR
11 2002 Japan 25755 8.1 Movie Released
12
Harakiri
Harakiri
135 min
1962 Japan 70760 8.6 Movie Released NR
13 1966 Japan 12250 7.9 Movie Released
14 2015 Japan 4561 5.5 Movie Released
15 1965 Japan 1548 7.3 Movie Released
16 1972 Japan 6946 7.9 Movie Released
17
Red Sun
Red Sun
114 min
1971 France 10948 6.8 Movie Released PG
18 1980 Japan 11381 7.3 Movie Released
19
The Yakuza
The Yakuza
112 min
1974 United States of America 10571 7.2 Movie Released R
20
Ichi the Killer
Ichi the Killer
129 min
2001 Japan 60571 7 Movie Released
21 2001 France 72162 7 Movie Released
22
The Swordsman
The Swordsman
101 min
2020 South Korea 5556 6.8 Movie Released PG-13
23 2011 Sweden 499932 7.8 Movie Released R
24 1999 France 98024 7.5 Movie Released
25 2012 Hong Kong 64432 5.4 Movie Released R
26 2007 Japan 15908 6.1 Movie Released R
27 2017 Russia 3470 6.4 Movie Released
28 2005 Japan 2697 6.4 Movie Released PG-13
29 2004 China 152556 7.7 Movie Released R
30 2000 China 283356 7.9 Movie Released PG-13
31 2016 United States of America 139511 7.7 Movie Released PG
32 1993 Hong Kong 4639 6.6 Movie Released
33 2017 Bulgaria 249639 6.9 Movie Released R
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