Harakiri (1962) — IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes & Audience Ratings
Quick Facts
| IMDb | 8.6/10 |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 100% |
| Metacritic | 85/100 |
| Director | Masaki Kobayashi |
| Genre | Action, Drama, History |
| Runtime | 135 min |
| Rated | Not Rated |
| Cast | Tatsuya Nakadai, Akira Ishihama, Shima Iwashita, Tetsuro Tamba, Masao Mishima |
"What befalls others today, may be your own fate tomorrow."
Should You Watch Harakiri?
With an IMDb score of 8.6, Harakiri is widely considered one of the best films in its genre. Critics and audiences agree this is essential viewing. The 100% Rotten Tomatoes score signals near-universal critical acclaim.
Down-on-his-luck veteran Tsugumo Hanshirō enters the courtyard of the prosperous House of Iyi. Unemployed, and with no family, he hopes to find a place to commit seppuku—and a worthy second to deliver the coup de grâce in his suicide ritual. The senior counselor for the Iyi clan questions the ronin’s resolve and integrity, suspecting Hanshirō of seeking charity rather than an honorable end. What follows is a pair of interlocking stories which lay bare the difference between honor and respect, and promises to examine the legendary foundations of the Samurai code.
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Ratings Breakdown
- IMDb: 8.6/10 from 1,179 votes — the broad audience consensus.
- Rotten Tomatoes: 100% — Certified Fresh by critics.
- Metacritic: 85/100 — weighted critic average.
- TMDB: 8.4/10 from 1,179 votes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harakiri's IMDb rating?
Harakiri (1962) has an IMDb rating of 8.6 out of 10 based on 1,179 user votes.
Is Harakiri worth watching?
With an IMDb score of 8.6 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 100%, Harakiri is generally well-regarded and worth your time.
How long is Harakiri?
Harakiri has a runtime of 135 min. It is rated Not Rated.
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