2003 · movie · R · 2h 34m
The Last Samurai
In the face of an enemy, in the heart of one man, lies the soul of a warrior.
Is The Last Samurai on Netflix?
No. The Last Samurai (2003) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
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Nathan Algren is an American hired to instruct the Japanese army in the ways of modern warfare, which finds him learning to respect the samurai and the honorable principles that rule them. Pressed to destroy the samurai's way of life in the name of modernization and open trade, Algren decides to become an ultimate warrior himself and to fight for their right to exist.
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How we got to 75.2
Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 7.6/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 48 | none |
The Last Samurai: common questions
Is The Last Samurai on Netflix?
No. The Last Samurai (2003) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
Where can I watch The Last Samurai?
The Last Samurai (2003) is included with a HBO Max subscription in the US.
Is The Last Samurai worth watching?
It scores 75.2/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is The Last Samurai?
The Last Samurai runs 2h 34m (154 minutes).
What is The Last Samurai rated?
The Last Samurai is rated R in the US.
Who is in The Last Samurai?
The Last Samurai stars Tom Cruise, Ken Watanabe, Timothy Spall, Tony Goldwyn.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.