Magic Boy (1959)
Original title: 少年猿飛佐助
Magic Boy is a 1959 Japanese-language adventure movie directed by Akira Daikuhara and Taiji Yabushita, with a running time of 1h 23m. It stars Katsuo Nakamura, Hiroko Sakuramachi and Teruo Miyazaki.
Magically gifted boy Sasuke lives in peace, deep in the forest with his animal pals and Oyu, his elder sister. After their forest sanctuary is violated by a demon witch who devours one of Sasuke's animal companions, he vows vengeance. Leaving the forest, he sets out to master his magical gifts, making a pilgrimage to the home of the wizard Hakuunsai. While Sasuke learns the ways of magic, the demon witch terrorizes the countryside, and Sasuke works to complete his training in time.
Quick answers
What is Magic Boy about?
Magically gifted boy Sasuke lives in peace, deep in the forest with his animal pals and Oyu, his elder sister. After their forest sanctuary is violated by a demon witch who devours one of Sasuke's animal companions, he vows vengeance. Leaving the forest, he sets out to master his magical gifts, making a pilgrimage to the home of the wizard Hakuunsai. While Sasuke learns the ways of magic, the demon witch terrorizes the countryside, and Sasuke works to complete his training in time.
When was Magic Boy released?
Magic Boy was released on 25 December 1959.
How long is Magic Boy?
Magic Boy runs 1h 23m.
Who made Magic Boy?
Magic Boy was directed by Akira Daikuhara and Taiji Yabushita.
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Cast
- Katsuo Nakamura as Yukimura Sanada (voice)
- Hiroko Sakuramachi as Oyu (voice)
- Teruo Miyazaki as Sarutobi Sasuke (voice)
- Tomoko Matsushima as Okei-chan (voice)
- Kenji Susukida as Master Tozawa Hakuun (voice)
- Harue Akagi as Omon Yayamata (voice)
- Yoshio Yoshida as Gonkuro the Mountain Storm (voice)
- Shunji Sakai as Batta no Miyoshi (voice)
- Ryōei Itō as Okera no Kinta (voice)
- Kazuo Iwata as Gatekeeper (voice)