Blade of the Immortal vs The Odyssey

The Odyssey has the higher audience score (8/10 against 6.7/10 for Blade of the Immortal). Blade of the Immortal is the shorter watch at 2h 20m compared with 2h 53m. Blade of the Immortal is the older of the two (2017 against 2026). Both are action, adventure, fantasy movies, so they suit a similar mood.

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Blade of the ImmortalThe Odyssey
Audience score★ 6.7/10★ 8.0/10
Year20172026
Length2h 20m2h 53m
GenresAction, Adventure, FantasyAction, Adventure, Fantasy
Country–United Kingdom
DirectorTakashi MiikeChristopher Nolan
Main castChiaki Kuriyama, Min Tanaka, Kazuki Kitamura, Erika Toda, Hayato IchiharaMatt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Himesh Patel

Synopsis

Blade of the Immortal

Manji, a highly skilled samurai, becomes cursed with immortality after a legendary battle. Haunted by the brutal murder of his sister, Manji knows that only fighting evil will regain his soul. He promises to help a young girl named Rin avenge her parents, who were killed by a group of master swordsmen led by ruthless warrior Anotsu. The mission will change Manji in ways he could never imagine.

The Odyssey

Odysseus, the legendary King of Ithaca, embarks on a long and perilous journey home following the Trojan War. Throughout his voyage, he is forced to confront the whims of gods, mythological monsters, and trials that stretch both his cunning and his humanity to the breaking point.

Where to watch

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