The Edo Official and Apprentice

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Released July 25, 1959

Overview

It's an extravaganza of entertainment as famous magistrate in disguise, Toyama no Kinshiro attempts to confront the elusive thief known as the "Long-Sleeve Burglar". Played to the hilt by Misora Hibari in a delightful performance highlighted by singing, dancing, and swordplay with a unique story within a story twist that starts to unfold in the city jail as a playwright is brought into custody and meets the famed Long-Sleeve Burglar himself. Misora Hibari is totally captivating in this gender bending role as the famed thief whose expoits can only be stopped by the great Kin-san himself!

Runtime

1h 26m


Origin Country

Japan


Original Language

Japanese


Original Title

江戸っ子判官とふり袖小僧


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Japan

Spoken Languages

  • 日本語 (Japanese)

Production Companies

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    Toei Company

    Japan

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