“Based on the true story of master shogi player, Sankichi Sakata.”
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The Grand Master (1948) – Official Trailer, Cast & Details
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The Grand Master is a 1948 drama film from director Daisuke Itō, starring Tsumasaburō Bandō, Isamu Kosugi and Tatsuo Saitō. It has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes and premiered on October 18, 1948. The Grand Master holds an average TMDB user score of 9.0/10 from 1 votes.
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Shogi, a Japanese form of chess, is a game that requires skill and determination. When poor sandal-maker Sakata decides to pursue his dream of becoming the Shogi Grand Master Champion, everything is at stake – including his family. What will it cost for Sakata to follow his passion?
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Grand Master
When was The Grand Master released?
The Grand Master was released on October 18, 1948.
What is the runtime of The Grand Master?
The Grand Master has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
Who stars in The Grand Master?
The Grand Master stars Tsumasaburō Bandō as Sankichi Sakata, Isamu Kosugi as Kikuoka, Tatsuo Saitō as Ôkura and Mitsuko Mito as Koharu. The cast also includes Osamu Takizawa, Ryutaro Otomo, Miki Sanjō and Masao Mishima.
Who directed The Grand Master?
The Grand Master was directed by Daisuke Itō. The screenplay is credited to Daisuke Itō.
What genre is The Grand Master?
The Grand Master is listed on TMDB as a drama film.
What is the TMDB score of The Grand Master?
On TMDB it has an average user score of 9.0/10 from 1 votes.
What movies are similar to The Grand Master?
Movies TMDB recommends alongside The Grand Master include Hands of Stone (2016), Taboo (1999), Shogun's Samurai: The Yagyu Clan Conspiracy (1978), Prizefighter: The Life of Jem Belcher (2022) and Beast (2026).
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