The Samurai and the Prisoner

The Samurai and the Prisoner (2026)★ 7.1/10

JP · 147 min · May 19, 2026

  • Drama
  • History
  • Mystery
  • Thriller
  • War

Directed by: Kiyoshi Kurosawa

Written by: Kiyoshi Kurosawa, Honobu Yonezawa

Based on Honobu Yonezawa's novel. Set in 16th century Japan, follows Lord Murashige Araki who, besieged in his castle, confronts mysterious crimes and allies with imprisoned strategist Kanbei Kuroda to uncover the truth.