Sansho the Bailiff
Director: Kenji Mizoguchi
"Without mercy, man is like a beast."
In 11th-century feudal Japan, following the exile of an idealistic governor, his wife and children are separated by slave traders; the children, Zushio and Anju, are sold into brutal servitude under the cruel bailiff Sansho.
Where to Watch
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Cast
Kinuyo Tanaka
Tamaki
Yoshiaki Hanayagi
Zushiô
Kyōko Kagawa
Anju
Eitarō Shindō
Sanshô dayû
Ichirō Sugai
Minister of Justice
Bontarō Miake
Kichiji
Yōko Kozono
Kohagi
Chieko Naniwa
Ubatake
Kikue Mōri
Priestess
Ken Mitsuda
Prime Minister Fujiwara
Masao Shimizu
Masauji Taira
Ryōsuke Kagawa
Ritsushi Kumotake
In brief
Sansho the Bailiff (1954) is a drama film. With an average rating of 8.1/10 from 439 votes, it's one of the higher-rated titles. The film runs 2h 4min. You can stream it on: Criterion Channel.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Sansho the Bailiff online?
Sansho the Bailiff is available on the following streaming services: Criterion Channel. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.
How long is Sansho the Bailiff?
Sansho the Bailiff runs 124 minutes (2h 4min).
What rating does Sansho the Bailiff have?
Sansho the Bailiff has an average rating of 8.1/10 based on 439 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is Sansho the Bailiff from?
Sansho the Bailiff was released in 1954.
