The Men Who Tread on the Tiger's Tail(1952)
Yoshitsune Minamoto, disguised with his retinue as monks, must make do with a comical porter as their guide through hostile territory en route to safety.
Movie: The Men Who Tread on the Tiger's Tail
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Benkei
Togashi
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Kamei
Kataoka
Suruga
Hidachibo
Kajiwara's Messenger
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Yoshitsune Minamoto, disguised with his retinue as monks, must make do with a comical porter as their guide through hostile territory en route to safety.
Release Date
1952-04-24
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6.7
Rating:
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