Lone Wolf and Cub

2002·Show
38Episodes in3Seasons
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.4Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

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Lone Wolf and Cub fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension7

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

History, family, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

Skip it if

You need an uplifting moodGraphic violence bothers you

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About

Ronin Ogami Itto travels around 17th century Japan, accompanied by his young son Daigoro, in search of those who has offended him.
Samurai SagaHistorical ActionVengeance QuestFather-Son BondBleak & MeditativeFeudal JapanMartial ArtsTragic Journey

Crew

Directed by:
Kojiro Fujioka, Yoshihiro Tomabechi

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Lone Wolf and Cub

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Lone Wolf and Cub legally?

PrimeThe RokuPlexTubi TV

Lone Wolf and Cub is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Lone Wolf and Cub worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 8.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Lone Wolf and Cub rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Lone Wolf and Cub have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 38 episodes and is still in production.

When did Lone Wolf and Cub air?

It started in 2002 and is still in production.

What language is Lone Wolf and Cub in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese.

In how many countries can I watch Lone Wolf and Cub?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Lone Wolf and Cub in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Lone Wolf and Cub use?

That Man Is DeadRule of SymbolismGood Is Old-FashionedDragon AscendantThe StorytellerHeroes Prefer SwordsEven Evil Has StandardsTo Be Lawful or GoodSamurai in Ninja TownShut Up, Hannibal!Every Japanese Sword is a KatanaGuns Are Uselessand 44 more

TV Tropes lists 56 storytelling tropes for Lone Wolf and Cub, including That Man Is Dead, Rule of Symbolism, Good Is Old-Fashioned.

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