Tokyo Drifter

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After yakuza boss Kurata dissolves his own criminal empire, a rival kingpin offers a position to Kurata's top operative, Tetsuya "Phoenix Tetsu" Hondo. When the fiercely loyal Tetsu declines, Otsuka taps unstoppable Tatsuzo the "Viper", a ruthless gun-for-hire, to assassinate him. As the Viper trails his target through the countryside, the agile Phoenix Tetsu grows concerned that one of his former associates has betrayed him.

Release Status

Released

Genres

Thriller, Crime, Action

Director

Seijun Suzuki

Original Language

JA

What is Tokyo Drifter about?

After yakuza boss Kurata dissolves his own criminal empire, a rival kingpin offers a position to Kurata's top operative, Tetsuya "Phoenix Tetsu" Hondo. When the fiercely loyal Tetsu declines, Otsuka taps unstoppable Tatsuzo the "Viper", a ruthless gun-for-hire, to assassinate him. As the Viper trails his target through the countryside, the agile Phoenix Tetsu grows concerned that one of his former associates has betrayed him.

Who directed Tokyo Drifter?

Tokyo Drifter was directed by Seijun Suzuki.

When was Tokyo Drifter released?

Tokyo Drifter was released on April 10, 1966.

How long is Tokyo Drifter?

Tokyo Drifter has a runtime of 1h 23m.

Where can I track Tokyo Drifter?

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