description Shogun Assassin Overview
Shogun Assassin is a 1980 film adapted from segments of the first two *Lone Wolf and Cub* films, released in 1972. The production utilized material from *Sword of Vengeance* and *Baby Cart at the River Styx*, stemming from the long-running manga series by Koike and Kojima. It depicts a samurai’s pursuit of revenge within feudal Japan.
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info Shogun Assassin Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1980 |
help Shogun Assassin FAQ
Is Shogun Assassin a standalone movie or based on a TV series?
"Shogun Assassin" is a 1980 English-dubbed compilation film that heavily edits together footage from the first two "Lone Wolf and Cub" movies. Specifically, it uses material from "Sword of Vengeance" and "Baby Cart at the River Styx."
Who created the original Lone Wolf and Cub manga that Shogun Assassin is based on?
The story originates from the long-running Japanese manga series created by writer Kazuo Koike and artist Goseki Kojima. The original manga was published in the 1970s and is a landmark in the medium.
Why does the blood in Shogun Assassin look so exaggerated?
The film features highly stylized, theatrical violence typical of Japanese chanbara (samurai cinema) films from the 1970s. This exaggerated bloodshed became a major part of its cult appeal, particularly in Western grindhouse cinemas.
Was Shogun Assassin heavily censored upon release?
Yes, the movie became infamous in the UK during the "Video Nasty" panic of the 1980s and was banned outright for its graphic violence. In the United States, however, it became a massive hit on VHS, largely due to its high-action trailers.
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