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Wandering Wolf: Ryu the Branded Cross

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Series Overview

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.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
tv asahi
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 26 Episodes

50 min per episode

Air Date Window

1972 – 1972

Premiered: Wed, Apr 5, 1972

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Sep 27, 1972

Season 1, Episode 26: “The Final Episode”

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Minoru Matsushima, Shinnosuke Ryu, Yasutada Nagano, Michiyoshi Doi

Screenplay & Story

Jirō Ikushima

Original Score & Music

Takeo Watanabe

Department Leadership Roster

Minoru Matsushima

Director

Shinnosuke Ryu

Director

Yasutada Nagano

Director

Michiyoshi Doi

Director

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wandering Wolf: Ryu the Branded Cross

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What is Wandering Wolf: Ryu the Branded Cross about?

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.

How many seasons does Wandering Wolf: Ryu the Branded Cross have?

Wandering Wolf: Ryu the Branded Cross comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Wandering Wolf: Ryu the Branded Cross?

Key cast members in Wandering Wolf: Ryu the Branded Cross include Shinsuke Ashida, Jerry Fujio, Kenji Imai, Kinnosuke Nakamura, Go Wakabayashi.

Who created or directed Wandering Wolf: Ryu the Branded Cross?

Wandering Wolf: Ryu the Branded Cross was developed and directed by Minoru Matsushima, Shinnosuke Ryu, Yasutada Nagano, Michiyoshi Doi.