23 Dec 1991
Sure Death 5
Fifth movie in the Hissatsu (Sure Death!) Series. At the behest of a corrupt bureaucrat, a mysterious band of murderers wage a bloody battle against three deadly assassins.
Nezumi Kozo's Edo Adventure
A thrilling and entertaining piece in which Jirokichi, portrayed by Morio Kazama, tackles a major event involving an attempt to assassinate the shogun. This production features historical figures such as Toyama Kagemoto, Oshio Heihachiro, Utagawa Hiroshige, and Watanabe Kanzan in their youth, depicting their exploits before they became famous. It becomes a lively portrayal of youthful vigor, with scenes of Jirokichi leaping using trampolines, creating a light and lively action.
Top Billed Cast
風間 杜夫 
荻野目慶子 
松村雄基 
萩原流行 
村田雄浩 
森川正太 
左とん平 
佐藤慶 
岡本麗 
木場勝己
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