Sanjuro (1962)

In this companion piece and sequel to "Yojimbo," jaded samurai Sanjuro helps an idealistic group of young warriors weed out their clan's evil influences, and in the process turns their image of a proper samurai on its ear.

Genres: Drama, Action, Comedy

What to watch after Sanjuro

• The Hidden Fortress (1958) — Same subject: japan, jidaigeki
• Throne of Blood (1957) — Same subject: japan, samurai
• Kagemusha: The Shadow Warrior (1980) — Akira Kurosawa directed both
• The Sword of Doom (1966) — Same subject: samurai, jidaigeki
• Samurai Rebellion (1967) — Tatsuya Nakadai and Toshirō Mifune appear in both
• Samurai I: Musashi Miyamoto (1954) — Toshirō Mifune appears in both