Netflix has released the trailer for the upcoming live-action Japanese original and fans are already obsessed with the epic action-packed series
Netflix enthusiasts are already going wild over a forthcoming live-action series set in the late 19th century.
The Japanese Netflix original, which is also adapted from the novel of the same name penned by Shogo Imamura, unfolds during the Meiji period.
The synopsis states: “During the Meiji era, 292 fighters came together at Tenry-ji Temple in Kyoto after sunset, drawn by the chance to win a grand prize of ¥100 billion.
“The challenge was clear: take each other’s wooden tags and make it all the way to Tokyo. The winner would get the prize. One of the warriors, Shujiro Saga, joined the dangerous contest with a personal mission: to help his sick wife and child.”
The programme in question is Last Samurai Standing, and Netflix has just dropped a trailer, reports the Express.
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Junichi Okada plays the aforementioned Shujiro Saga, alongside Yumia Fujisaki as Futaba Katsuki.
Netflix posted the trailer on X, formerly Twitter, declaring: “An epic battle royale. 292 samurais. One point per life. Last Samurai Standing premieres November 13.”
The trailer depicts Shujiro caring for his ailing family, reluctantly admitting he would be prepared to raise his sword once more to earn some cash.
He vows he will return, as he learns of the brutal rules of the competition.
Packed with spectacular fight sequences, the trailer has already captured the interest of genre enthusiasts.
Responding in the comments, Temilade simply declared: “I am definitely watching this.”
Tryp expressed their excitement, saying: “Kinda stoked for this,” while MidLifeCrixix chimed in with: “Can’t wait for this. Looks like the next big hit.”
Akin was equally enthusiastic, stating: “Oh my days, my kind of series,” and @mikaelvelli added: “I like what I see. Definitely can’t wait to see this.”
The show also features Junichi Okada, who not only stars but also serves as the producer and action choreographer.
The six-part series boasts a cast of nearly 300 actors, each donning their own unique costume. The original story was described on Amazon Reviews as “incredible” and “set us up for the series beautifully”.
Last Samurai Standing is set to premiere on Netflix on November 13.