Sanshiro Sugata (1943)
Storyline
A hotheaded youth in 1880s Meiji Japan apprentices to judo master Shōgorō Yano, trading brute jujutsu bravado for discipline and humility. As Sanshirō matures, he proves judo’s spirit against old-guard challengers—including a deadly duel—while falling for his vanquished opponent’s daughter. Based on the novel by Tsuneo Tomita, son of Tomita Tsunejirō, the earliest disciple of judo.
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Movie Details
| Original title | 姿三四郎 |
|---|---|
| Release date | Mar 25, 1943 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on novel or book, adaptation, partially lost film, judo, jujitsu |
FAQ
What is Sanshiro Sugata about?
A hotheaded youth in 1880s Meiji Japan apprentices to judo master Shōgorō Yano, trading brute jujutsu bravado for discipline and humility. As Sanshirō matures, he proves judo’s spirit against old-guard challengers—including a deadly duel—while falling for his vanquished opponent’s daughter. Based on the novel by Tsuneo Tomita, son of Tomita Tsunejirō, the earliest disciple of judo.
When was Sanshiro Sugata released?
Sanshiro Sugata was released on Mar 25, 1943 (status: Released).
Who directed Sanshiro Sugata?
Akira Kurosawa directed Sanshiro Sugata.
What is the TMDB rating of Sanshiro Sugata?
Sanshiro Sugata has a TMDB rating of 6.5/10 from 150 votes.