Wandering Wolf: Ryu the Branded Cross (1972)

Based on the novel of the same name by Jiro Ikushima, this drama series aired on NET TV (now TV Asahi) in 1972 for a total of 26 episodes. Starring the talented actor Kinnosuke Yorozuya, who had previously shown his skills in various period films such as "Mabuta no Haha," "Seki no Yatappe," and "Kutsukake Tokijiro: Yoyo ichi-hiki," the show follows the tragic hero and is sure to captivate audiences with its compelling storyline. Viewers are sure to be drawn into the drama and root for the protagonist as the story unfolds.

Cast (5)CrewGenresDetailsMediaAwards

Shinsuke Ashida

Jerry Fujio

Kenji Imai

Kinnosuke Nakamura

Go Wakabayashi

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