The Hidden Fortress [Blu-Ray] (Blu-ray)

Directed by Akira Kurosawa

Starring: Minoru Chiaki, Kamatari Fujiwara, Kichijirô Ueda, Kôji Mitsui, Toshirô Mifune, Misa Uehara, Takashi Shimura, Susumu Fujita, Kokuten Kôdô, Yoshio Tsuchiya
Contributors: Akira Kurosawa, Shinobu Hashimoto, Hideo Oguni, Ryûzô Kikushima, Masaru Satô, Sanezumi Fujimoto, Kazuo Yamazaki
Studio: BFI
Genre: World Cinema
Main Language: Japanese
Subtitles: English
Region: Region B
Release Date: 18 Aug 2025
Originally Issued: 1958
No of Discs: 1
BBFC Cert: (PG) Parental Guidance.
Run Time: 138 minutes

Description

Toshirô Mifune stars in this Japanese adventure directed by Akira Kuroswa. Tahei (Minoru Chiaki) and Matashichi (Kamatari Fujiwara) are two peasants hoping to make their fortunes by becoming soldiers but they run into trouble when they are mistaken for members of the Akizuki clan which has just been defeated after a fierce battle. Meanwhile, Rokurota Makabe (Mifune), a renowed Akizuki general, is attempting to escort Princess Yuki (Misa Uehara) to safety.

When he encounters the two peasants, he realises they may be useful to him but as the four of them travel together, they face many challenges and Tahei and Matashichi's cowardice and greed could jeopardise Makabe's mission. The cast also includes Takashi Shimura and Susumu Fujita.

Special Features

• Interactive Menus
• Bonus Footage
• Trailers
• Interviews: George Lucas.
• Commentary: Tony Rayns (Japanese cinema expert).
• Other Documentary: 'Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: Hidden Fortress' (2002).