Ben je fan van 'Samurai Warriors' (2015) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? Dit artikel biedt 10 geweldige opties die dezelfde epische actie, historische setting en meeslepende verhalen bieden. Of je nu houdt van zwaardgevechten, strategie of dramatische personages, deze selectie heeft voor ieder wat wils.

The Tale of Zatoichi (1962)
Beschreibung: A blind masseur and swordsman navigates a world of crime and honor, blending action with deep character study.
Fakt: The character of Zatoichi appeared in 26 films and a TV series. The original film spawned one of the longest-running franchises in Japanese cinema.


Kagemusha (1980)
Beschreibung: A visually stunning epic about a thief who impersonates a dying warlord, delving into themes of identity and power.
Fakt: The film was initially intended to be a smaller project but expanded into a three-hour epic. It won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.


Ran (1985)
Beschreibung: A Shakespearean-inspired tragedy set in feudal Japan, featuring grand battles and intricate political maneuvering.
Fakt: The battle scenes involved over 1,400 extras and took months to film. The film's budget was one of the largest for a Japanese production at the time.


The Last Samurai (2003)
Beschreibung: The film explores the clash between traditional samurai culture and modernization, featuring intense sword fights and deep themes of honor and loyalty.
Fakt: Tom Cruise performed most of his own stunts, including horseback riding and sword fighting. The film was shot in New Zealand, which doubled for 19th-century Japan.


Sword of the Stranger (2007)
Beschreibung: An animated film featuring a ronin protecting a young boy, combining breathtaking animation with intense swordplay.
Fakt: The film's climactic fight scene is considered one of the best in anime history. It was produced by Bones, the studio behind Fullmetal Alchemist.


13 Assassins (2010)
Beschreibung: A gripping tale of a group of samurai banding together for a suicide mission, showcasing brutal combat and the code of bushido.
Fakt: The final battle sequence lasts for over 45 minutes. The film is a remake of the 1963 black-and-white classic of the same name.


Hara-Kiri: Death of a Samurai (2011)
Beschreibung: A poignant story of revenge and honor, focusing on the ritual of seppuku and the consequences of feudal hypocrisy.
Fakt: The film was the first 3D samurai movie ever made. It premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to critical acclaim.


Blade of the Immortal (2017)
Beschreibung: This movie follows an immortal swordsman on a quest for redemption, blending supernatural elements with traditional samurai action.
Fakt: The film is based on a popular manga series that ran for 19 years. It features over 100 sword fights, making it one of the most action-packed samurai films.


Seven Samurai (1954)
Beschreibung: A masterful story of a village hiring samurai to defend against bandits, setting the standard for ensemble action films.
Fakt: The film was originally supposed to be much shorter but ended up being over three hours long. It inspired countless remakes and homages, including The Magnificent Seven.
