The Last Samurai (2003)

In the face of an enemy, in the heart of one man, lies the soul of a warrior.

The Last Samurai (2003) poster

Nathan Algren is an American hired to instruct the Japanese army in the ways of modern warfare, which finds him learning to respect the samurai and the honorable principles that rule them. Pressed to destroy the samurai's way of life in the name of modernization and open trade, Algren decides to become an ultimate warrior himself and to fight for their right to exist.

Director: Edward Zwick
Genre: Drama, Action, War
Runtime: 154 min
Release Date:
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Hans Zimmer
Cinematography: John Toll
Editing: Victor Du Bois, Steven Rosenblum
Production: Radar Pictures, Bedford Falls Productions, Cruise/Wagner Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: English, 日本語
Budget: $140M
Box Office: $457M
Original Language: en

Themes

Samurai and Bushido: Feudal Japan, Ancient Eastern Dynasties, Battlefields and Military Operations, The Horror of War and Humanity, Samurai Duel: Sword, Honor, and Blood

Keywords

japan, samurai, swordplay, general, sense of guilt, war veteran, sword, war crimes, loss of loved one, self-discovery, arms deal, homeland, katana, emperor, language barrier

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Last Samurai about?
Nathan Algren is an American hired to instruct the Japanese army in the ways of modern warfare, which finds him learning to respect the samurai and the honorable principles that rule them. Pressed to destroy the samurai's way of life in the name of modernization and open trade, Algren decides to become an ultimate warrior himself and to fight for their right to exist.
Who directed The Last Samurai?
The Last Samurai was directed by Edward Zwick.
Who stars in The Last Samurai?
The Last Samurai stars Tom Cruise, Ken Watanabe, Timothy Spall, Tony Goldwyn, Hiroyuki Sanada, Koyuki.
How long is The Last Samurai?
The Last Samurai has a runtime of 2h 34m (154 minutes).
What genre is The Last Samurai?
The Last Samurai is a Drama, Action, War film.
What is the budget of The Last Samurai?
The Last Samurai had a budget of $140M.
How much did The Last Samurai gross?
The Last Samurai grossed $457M worldwide.
Where was The Last Samurai produced?
The Last Samurai was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of The Last Samurai?
The themes of The Last Samurai include: Samurai and Bushido: Feudal Japan, Ancient Eastern Dynasties, Battlefields and Military Operations, The Horror of War and Humanity, Samurai Duel: Sword, Honor, and Blood.