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Age of Samurai: Battle for Japan

2021Show1 season6 episodesTV-MA

83
GreatGoodWatch score

A violent, intriguing documentary series about history and war.

Good for friends night · party vibe · teens

Skip it if you want something to laugh at · graphic violence bothers you

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Episodes

1 season · 6 episodes · best: S1E3 "The Demon King" 7.6

Episodes

7.5

Story

Dynamic reenactments and expert commentaries bring to life the tumultuous history and power struggles of a warring 16th-century feudal Japan.

Feels like

  • Historical Documentary
  • Feudal Japan
  • Samurai Warfare
  • Political Intrigue
  • Dramatic Reenactments
  • Educational
  • Power Struggles
  • Military History
  • Cultural Insight

Cast

Crew

Directors
Stephen Scott
Produced by
Patrick Cameron

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Facts

February 24, 2021 · February 24, 2021 · Ended

First aired
February 24, 2021
Last aired
February 24, 2021
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 6 episodes
Age rating
TV-MA
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Documentary, War & Politics
Original language
English
Also spoken
Japanese
Made in
Canada
Available in
131 countries

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Questions about Age of Samurai: Battle for Japan

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Where can I stream Age of Samurai: Battle for Japan?

In the United States, Age of Samurai: Battle for Japan streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is Age of Samurai: Battle for Japan worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83 (IMDb 7.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). Critics rate it higher (100 out of 100) than audiences (66).

How long does it take to watch Age of Samurai: Battle for Japan?

5 h

About 5 hours: 6 episodes in 1 season of about 45 minutes each, aired from 2021 to 2021.