Lone Wolf and Cub Movies: Shogun Assassin Order
Shogun Assassin (1980) is a cult-classic English-language adaptation that combines and re-edits the first two films of the original series, offering a streamlined and action-packed introduction for Western audiences.
This watch order begins with Shogun Assassin, then continues with the remaining original films (3–6) in release order. It's recommended for viewers curious about the film's unique legacy in the West, though only Shogun Assassin itself differs in tone and style from the original Japanese films.
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Shogun Assassin
A samurai seeks vengeance against the paranoid Shogun whose ninjas murdered his wife, traveling the countryside with his young son on a quest for retribution.
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Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart to Hades
In this third installment of the Lone Wolf and Cub series, the masterless samurai Ogami Itto becomes entangled with the Yakuza underworld when he intervenes to help a prostitute. His actions lead to a deadly assignment that will test his skills as an assassin.
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Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart in Peril
In this fourth installment of the Lone Wolf and Cub series, the masterless samurai Ogami Itto faces his most dangerous mission yet as he's hired to eliminate a deadly tattooed female assassin. His quest brings him into direct conflict with the powerful Yagyu clan and their ruthless leader Retsudo.
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Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart in the Land of Demons
In this fifth installment of the Lone Wolf and Cub series, master assassin Ogami Itto faces a deadly challenge from five warriors who each possess a piece of his payment and crucial information needed to complete his mission.
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Lone Wolf and Cub: White Heaven in Hell
The final installment of the Lone Wolf and Cub series brings the epic saga to its climactic conclusion as master assassin Ogami Itto faces his ultimate confrontation with the powerful Yagyu clan.
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