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Release Date: April 26, 1954
Runtime: 207 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (23)
Genres:
Drama Action
Budget: $2,000,000
Revenue: $105,000,000
Original Language: Japanese
Status: Released
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Spoken Languages:
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100%
Tomatometer
98
98/100
Metacritic
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8.5/10
TMDB
4,153 votes
⭐
8.6/10
IMDb
400,542 votes
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Seven Samurai

1954

"Honor unites them, courage defines them."

Also known as: πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ EN: The Magnificent Seven? πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ ES: Los siete samurais? πŸ‡«πŸ‡· FR: Les 7 SamouraΓ―s? πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ DE: Sieben Samurai? πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή PT: Os Sete Samurais? All international titles (23) →
Drama Action 207 min 8.6/10

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Violence 4/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 0/5
Frightening Elements 3/5
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Budget: $2,000,000
Revenue: $105,000,000
Profit $103,000,000
ROI +5150% (52.5x)

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Seven Samurai is directed by Akira Kurosawa .

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Seven Samurai

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  • The film was shot on location in Japan, primarily in the Akizuki village, which provided a rustic and authentic backdrop that enhanced the film's realism.

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  • During a climactic battle sequence, a continuity error occurs when a samurai is seen wielding a sword that appears to change between shots.

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  • The film has influenced numerous directors and filmmakers, including George Lucas, who cited it as a significant inspiration for 'Star Wars' in terms of character development and narrative structure.

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  • The use of natural sound in the film, such as wind and rustling leaves, adds to the immersive experience, contrasting with the dramatic sword-fighting scenes.

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