

Based on the exploits of real-life historical character Magistrate Toyama no Kinsan, this exciting tale brings the “Demon Magistrate” as he is called to the aid of a beautiful young woman who asks to be abducted on the eve of her wedding so that she would not have to marry a country bumpkin. Instead she plans to go to Edo, where life can be cheap and common criminals run rampant. Can Magistrate Toyama, a gambler himself, see through the plot and keep her safe from harm. Don’t miss this spectacular showpiece of samurai era action led by superstar Kataoka Chiezo in one of his signature roles. When he bares his tattooed right shoulder, all hell breaks loose!
Magistrate of Dice was directed by Kokichi Uchide.
Magistrate of Dice holds an average rating of 9.0/10 on TMDB, and it lands best with fans of action and drama. Join the discussion below to add your take.
Magistrate of Dice runs for 1h 30min, and was released in 1961.
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