Tsutomu Yamazaki

A tough, hardworking owner of a small noodle restaurant in Tokyo sets out to create the perfect bowl of noodles.

As Shingen, a powerful warlord, lies dying from his battle wounds, he orders his clan to find a double to replace him -- to keep his death secret so his enemies won't attack. The man chosen for this role turns out to be a petty criminal who must somehow transform into a great leader of samurai warriors. It is a milestone in Akira Kurosawa's career.

Featuring Toshiro Mifune's last role for Akira Kurosawa, Red Beard chronicles the tumultuous relationship between an arrogant young doctor and a compassionate clinic director.

After tragically losing his family to a swindler, Kurosaki helps other crime victims by taking on a succession of crooks at their own devious games.