The best Hideo Murata’s movies

Hideo Murata

Hideo Murata

17/01/1929- 13/06/2002
Today we present the best Hideo Murata’s movies. If you are a great movie fan, you will surely know most of them, but we hope to discover a movie that you have not yet seen … and that you love! Let’s go there with the best Hideo Murata’s movies.
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The Cave of the Vampire Bats

The Cave of the Vampire Bats
A maiden is murdered by a mysterious ninja, unfortunately two young ladies witness this, good thing the bored Lord is walking by, he saved the girls but was too late to save the maiden, quickly he finds himself mixed up in a mystery of murdered maidens, an unknown ninja clan, attempted assassinations towards himself and a cursed vampire bat cave, can the bored Lord solve this puzzle before maidens lose their lives?

Code Between Brothers 6

Code Between Brothers 6
  • Genre: Drama
  • Release: 23/12/1967
Sixth part of the series.

The Domain: The Naniwa Story

The Domain: The Naniwa Story
6.3/10
Second film of Makino's Nihon Kyokakuden series set in Osaka's harbor. The series also known as "The Domain" Each a stand alone film in it's own, none are connected other than starring the famous Ken Takakura as the main Character. This story begins with Ken Takakura's character coming to Osaka after his brother's death. Another exciting yakuza story with superb yakuza action!!

Showdown of Men 4: Tetsu, the White Tiger

Showdown of Men 4: Tetsu, the White Tiger
Tetsu, is a honourable and noble yakuza caught in a conflict between rival clans, and obligations each has toward their yakuza boss and brothers. A railroad line brings changing times to a community. Because Tetsu can't stand by and allow a bunch of yakuza men to molest women, it forces him to battle it out with a knife wielding rival, the unfortunate incident leads to his boss losing face and him having to leave the family to protect it. But the rival family won't stop until they destroy Tetsu who will risk life and love for his brothers.

Code Between Brothers 3

Code Between Brothers 3
  • Release: 30/12/1966
A man finds great camaraderie while traveling.

Life of Hishakaku 2

Life of Hishakaku 2
6.5/10
Upon his release from the prison, Hishakaku joins the Kikkyo family who is struggling to regain their turf from their rival, Domoto family. To reciprocate the kindness of the Kikkyos, Hishakaku heads to meet the leader of Domoto, Osumi, and finds himself emotionally involved with her.

Code Between Brothers

Code Between Brothers
6.3/10
Famous enka singer Saburo Kitajima stars as Katsuji, a traveling craps artist who finds great camaraderie on the road.

Code Between Brothers 2

Code Between Brothers 2
  • Genre: CrimeDrama
  • Release: 13/08/1966
  • Character: Hatsutaro Fujigaya
The services of a wandering gambler, Seiji, are called upon to protect the turf of his loyal friend Risaburo.

The Domain: Duel at Thunder Gate

The Domain: Duel at Thunder Gate
7.2/10
  • Release: 17/09/1966
The life of entertainers in Asakusa’s pleasure quarters. An exciting yakuza story with superb action.

The SAKURA Code

The SAKURA Code
  • Release: 23/08/1969
Cold-blooded obligations and loyalty in the gambler's world.

Life of Hishakaku

Life of Hishakaku
7.6/10
After eloping with a prostitute named Otoyo, Hishakaku takes refuge in the Kogane family’s turf. Indebted to Boss Kogane for his kindness, Hishakaku swears to dedicate himself to protect the Koganes in time of crisis. Hishakaku’s humble life comes to a sudden halt when the Kogane family becomes involved in a fatal feud with their rival, and Hishakaku’s services are called upon.

Code Between Brothers 5

Code Between Brothers 5
  • Release: 12/08/1968
Saburo Kitajima, one of Japan’s most famous Enka singers, returns in the fifth of the Kyodai Jingi series. During the early 20th century, Ryuji from Asakusa, a wandering yakuza, joins the Narumi Family in Yokohama. However, when he confronts Shiotaro, the head of the rival family, Ryuji takes a liking to him. He ends up leaving his current family, and becomes close to Shiotaro like brothers swearing to become a full-fledged yakuza.

One Man's Chivalry

One Man's Chivalry
  • Genre: CrimeDrama
  • Release: 15/10/1965
  • Character: Tokizo
Tokizо, the boss of the Tenmaru-gumi group, assists Kikujiro, a traveler on the run. At this time, a tender is being held to conclude a contract for the construction of the railway. Tokizo, who made the highest bid, was bought by the head of the Wakatsuki section of the Kansai Railroad, who was thinking about the country, and won by suppressing Takebe-gumi, who used bribes. However, not everything went as smoothly as planned...

Showdown of Men 3

Showdown of Men 3
After being bailed out of trouble by a member of the Kaijima Clan, Ryuhei dedicates himself to saving the Kajima’s lucrative lumber business.

Judo vs. Karate

Judo vs. Karate
  • Release: 30/10/1966
A story of friendship between a lone wolf judo expert and a youth.

North Sea Chivalry

North Sea Chivalry
5.4/10
  • Release: 29/06/1967
Inosuke, a former gangster, and his friends struggle to make a living as simple fishermen in this tale of chivalry and friendship among yakuza in the northern regions.

Showdown of Men 2

Showdown of Men 2
Part two.

Judo Life

Judo Life
  • Genre: Drama
  • Release: 01/01/1963
Sonny Chiba in an adaption from Ryutaro Kondo work

Ishimatsu the Yakuza: Something's Fishy

Ishimatsu the Yakuza: Something's Fishy
  • Release: 23/11/1967
Matsukichi, a worker at a fish market, tries to settle the business between the two competitors on his turf.

Showdown of Men

Showdown of Men
Part one.

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