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G.I. Samurai

1979·Movie
2h 19min

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G.I. Samurai fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Pathos6
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

History, war, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

A squadron of Japanese Self-Defense Force soldiers find themselves transported through time to their country's warring states era, when rival samurai clans were battling to become the supreme Shogun.
Time TravelSamuraiWarring States PeriodHistorical FantasyMilitaryJapanese CinemaActionTechnological ClashNostalgic

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about G.I. Samurai

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Where can I stream G.I. Samurai legally?

G.I. Samurai is included with a subscription to ARROW in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is G.I. Samurai worth watching?

57
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is G.I. Samurai rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is G.I. Samurai?

2 h 19 min

G.I. Samurai runs 2 h 19 min.

What language is G.I. Samurai in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch G.I. Samurai?

7ATAUCHDEESJPUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for G.I. Samurai in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.