The Elusive Samurai

7.8IMDb Score
Released:2024-07-06
Genre:Animation, Action & Adventure
Duration: min
Country:Japan
Director:
Actors:Asaki Yuikawa, Yuichi Nakamura, Hinaki Yano, Mari Hino, Sayumi Suzushiro
Production:CloverWorks, Aniplex, Shueisha, Tokyo MX, BS11

Overview:

Set between the Kamakura and Muromachi periods, during the Kenmu Restoration, the story follows the tale of Hojo Tokiyuki, a boy on the run after his family is overthrown by Ashikaga Takauji. With his only allies being a shady priest and his followers, the young lord must seek revenge and regain his glory, with his only weapon: a superhuman ability to flee and hide.

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