Seven Samurai (1954) — IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes & Audience Ratings
Quick Facts
| IMDb | 8.6/10 |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 100% |
| Metacritic | 98/100 |
| Director | Akira Kurosawa |
| Genre | Action, Drama |
| Runtime | 207 min |
| Rated | Not Rated |
| Cast | Toshirō Mifune, Takashi Shimura, Yoshio Inaba, Seiji Miyaguchi, Minoru Chiaki |
"Unmatched for suspense and spectacle!"
Should You Watch Seven Samurai?
With an IMDb score of 8.6, Seven Samurai 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.
A samurai answers a village's request for protection after he falls on hard times. The town needs protection from bandits, so the samurai gathers six others to help him teach the people how to defend themselves, and the villagers provide the soldiers with food.
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Ratings Breakdown
- IMDb: 8.6/10 from 4,153 votes — the broad audience consensus.
- Rotten Tomatoes: 100% — Certified Fresh by critics.
- Metacritic: 98/100 — weighted critic average.
- TMDB: 8.5/10 from 4,153 votes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seven Samurai's IMDb rating?
Seven Samurai (1954) has an IMDb rating of 8.6 out of 10 based on 4,153 user votes.
Is Seven Samurai worth watching?
With an IMDb score of 8.6 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 100%, Seven Samurai is generally well-regarded and worth your time.
How long is Seven Samurai?
Seven Samurai has a runtime of 207 min. It is rated Not Rated.
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