Where to Watch Throne of Blood (1957) in the US

What it's about

After securing a major victory on the battlefield, Taketoti Washizu and one of his commanders, Yoshiaki Miki, find themselves lost in the maze-like Spider's Web forest. They come across a spirit-like seer who tells them of their future: both have been promoted because of their victory that day; Washizu will someday be the Great Lord of the Spider's Web castle while Miki's son will someday rule as Great Lord as well. When they arrive at the castle, they learn that the first part of the prophecy is correct. Washizu has no desire to become Great Lord but his ambitious wife urges him to reconsider. When the current Great Lord makes a surprise visit to his garrison outpost, Washizu is again promoted to commander of his vanguard but his wife reminds him of the danger that comes with the position. As pressure mounts, Wahizu takes action leading to its inevitable conclusion.

Cast and crew

Director

Akira Kurosawa

Writer

Hideo Oguni, Shinobu Hashimoto, Ryûzô Kikushima

Starring

Toshirô Mifune, Minoru Chiaki, Isuzu Yamada

Details

Release date

Nov 22, 1961

Language

Japanese

Country

Japan

Box office

$46,808

Awards

4 wins & 1 nomination total

Where to Watch Throne of Blood (1957) in the US — common questions

Where to watch Throne of Blood in the United States?

Throne of Blood is available with a subscription or to rent in the United States. Watch the movie with a subscription on HBO Max (HD) and The Criterion Channel (HD). Rent the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.

Can I stream Throne of Blood or do I have to rent it in the United States?

Watch the movie with a subscription on HBO Max (HD) and The Criterion Channel (HD). Rent the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.

Can I watch Throne of Blood for free in the United States?

We have not confirmed a free option for Throne of Blood in the United States.