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Mature (M)
Mature themes and violence

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Poster image for The Samurai And The Prisoner

Based on Honobu Yonezawa's novel. Set in 16th century Japan, follows Lord Murashige Araki who, besieged in his castle, confronts mysterious crimes and allies with imprisoned strategist Kanbei Kuroda to uncover the truth.

Why this classification?

  • Themes
    Classification marking - Mature (Square)
  • Violence
    Classification marking - Mature (Square)
  • Language
  • Drug use
  • Nudity
  • Sex

  • None
  • Very mild impact
  • Mild impact
  • Moderate impact
  • Strong impact
  • High impact
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Industry details

Classification date
Year of production
2026
Classification
M
Consumer advice
Mature themes and violence
Category
Films
Category detail
Accredited Classifier Decision - Film
Media type
Not Specified
Version
ORIGINAL
Duration
148 minutes
Director/Creator
Kiyoshi Kurosawa
Producer
Satoko Ishida
Production company
Charades Shochiku Tokyo Broadcasting System (TBS)
Country of origin
JAPAN
Language
JAPANESE
Applicant
Palace Entertainment Pty Ltd
File number
T26/27606
Classification number
CLAS-1524524
Alternative titles
Kokurôjô
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