Sekigahara

1981·Show
3Episodes in1Season
70
GoodGoodWatch score

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Relentless energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and epic

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Spectacle9
  • Violence9

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History, war, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Blockbuster drama based on the novel Sekigahara by Ryotaro Shiba, a program dedicated to the 30th anniversary of TBS. A total of 120 actors, 3,500 extras and about 500 horses recreated the largest battle in history, the Battle of Sekigahara, in which 200,000 warriors clashed from east and west. The battle, which can be called a turning point in the history of Japan, depicts the conflict, love and hate between people on a grand scale and with a great cast.
Historical EpicJapanese Feudal EraGrand Scale WarfarePolitical IntrigueBattle of SekigaharaCharacter-Driven DramaHistorical Turning PointStrategic ConflictPeriod PieceImmersive World

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Where can I stream Sekigahara legally?

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Is Sekigahara worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Sekigahara rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does Sekigahara have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 3 episodes.

Is Sekigahara based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did Sekigahara air?

It ran from 1981 to 1981 and has ended.

What language is Sekigahara in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

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