107 Jaw-Dropping Exploitation Films: From Yakuza to Torture Thrills
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Angel Guts: Red VertigoMovie · 1988 · 74mNami is a nurse who finds herself repeatedly the target of unwanted sexual attention from her patients. After fleeing her cheating boyfriend's home and being struck by a car, she is taken captive by the driver, who intends to sexually assault her.IMDb 5.5TMDB 6.0 - 2
Yakuza LawMovie · 1969 · 96mThis film chronicles the brutal practice of yakuza extrajudicial killings across Japan's Edo, Meiji, and Showa eras.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.9 - 3
Orgies of EdoMovie · 1969 · 89mSet during Japan's prosperous Genroku era, this film continues the themes of its predecessor, *Shogun's Joy of Torture*, with unflinching depictions of moral decay. The story unfolds through three interconnected tales of women who become entangled in violence, sadomasochism, incest, and torture, exploring tragic circumstances. These politically charged narratives offer stark moral lessons.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8 - 4
Zero Woman RMovie · 2007 · 73mA mysterious female spy is recruited to go undercover within the Japanese underworld. Her mission: to gather evidence for a secret division of the Tokyo Police Department.IMDb 4.2TMDB 6.6 - 5
Blind Woman's CurseMovie · 1970 · 85m · Crime, Horror, DramaAkemi, a mysterious Yakuza leader with a distinctive dragon tattoo, navigates a dangerous world of rival gangs. A violent confrontation leaves her opponent blinded and a black cat drinking their blood. This incident ignites a vengeful quest as the injured man and the cat pursue Akemi's gang. They systematically eliminate the women in the organization, removing their dragon tattoos. The film is a dark story about power, revenge, and the strange connection between people and animals fueled by vengeance.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1 - 6
Girl Boss: Escape From Reform SchoolMovie · 1973 · 90mRuriko, a determined woman running a prison-industry business, and her fellow inmates break free from a corrupt reform school focused on financial fraud rather than rehabilitation. Driven by individual motivations, they scatter after escaping. With the assistance of a young, fellow fugitive mechanic, Ruriko pursues her ambition to leave Japan. However, the authorities relentlessly pursue her every move.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 7
Delinquent Girl Boss: Tokyo DriftersMovie · 1970 · 85mA group of rebellious girls helps a pregnant classmate escape their strict reform school and must then deal with the consequences. A year later, they reunite in Tokyo, where they encounter new problems involving the yakuza and street vendors.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.3 - 8
Dangerous GamesMovie · 1970 · 84mWhen the assertive Henmi Ryoko joins Class A, 9th Grade at Shirobara Middle School, she quickly clashes with Masuda, the head of the preparation committee. Their struggle for dominance among the student gangs escalates, engulfing the entire school. The conflict involves fights, romantic entanglements, and connections to the Yakuza.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.0 - 9
Hazardous GraduationMovie · 1970 · 82mA junior high school principal and teachers uncover evidence of sexual activity among the students. However, the situation unexpectedly shifts, and the students ultimately gain the upper hand.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.0 - 10
Adults GamesMovie · 1971 · 82mStudents from competing junior high schools engage in staged fights and display an unusual fascination with sexual topics.IMDb 6.6 - 11
The InsatiableMovie · 1971 · 86mYuki Onozaki, a student at a women's college in Tokyo, had a sheltered life that shattered one summer. Returning to her hometown of Kyoto, she was raped by her mother’s lover. Devastated, Yuki dropped out of school and embraced a life of despair, encountering gang leaders and factory owners who offered fleeting physical solace but couldn't reach her emotionally. Her world begins to change with the arrival of Yoichiro Honma, a young architect, and a hesitant love blossoms. This is complicated when Yoichiro’s former love, Sandra, unexpectedly appears. Despite facing ongoing challenges, Yoichiro proposes to Yuki, but their journey to happiness is far from over.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.0 - 12
Farewell to Rock'n RollMovie · 1973 · 83mA war rages between two girl gangs: the Akabane 100 Club and the Ikebukuro Cavalry. Yukiko, the Akabane's chief bodyguard known as the "Bankaku," is released from reform school and intends to settle a personal score with Arab Falcon and the entire Cavalry gang. Featuring a theme song by the 1970s Japanese "Group Sounds" band Carol, performed live, the film blends rock music and Sukeban culture for a unique and stylish cinematic experience.IMDb 6.3TMDB 7.0 - 13
Black Tight KillersMovie · 1966 · 87mIn Vietnam, war photographer Daisuke Honda meets Yuriko Sawanouchi, a flight attendant on his flight home to Japan. They share drinks in Tokyo, and he becomes drawn into protecting her from deadly female assassins. While attempting to rescue Yuriko from kidnappers, Daisuke uncovers a plot: a group of foreigners are searching for a World War II treasure hidden on an island by Yuriko's father.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 14
Shogun's Joy of TortureMovie · 1968 · 96m · Horror, DramaJapan in the 1920s is gripped by a vampire epidemic, fueled by a mysterious blood called Ascra. As fear spreads, the government creates Code Zero, a secret task force to eliminate the vampires.
Defrott, an elite vampire hunter, leads Code Zero, joined by Kurusu, a new recruit learning to survive in a world of vampires and adapt to the team's harsh methods. Together, they form a powerful duo on a deadly mission against the growing vampire threat across Japan.
The story explores loyalty, sacrifice, and humanity’s fight against overwhelming darkness, set against the atmosphere of 1920s Japan.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.6 - 15
Rika 3: Juvenile's LullabyMovie · 1973 · 85mReform schools are presented as a solution for society by removing troublesome young people. However, these schools themselves can be corrupt. Rica, who has spent much of her life in and out of reform schools, knows this better than most. After being severely beaten and committed to a mental hospital with plans to be sold into slavery, Rica's friend Jun is taken to a remote cottage. There, Jun is forced to star in a hidden pornography film. Once again, Rica must confront this corrupt operation and stop it.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.0 - 16
Slave WidowMovie · 1967 · 75mFollowing her husband's death, the young and beautiful Mitsuko Fuji is overwhelmed by grief and feels utterly alone. Mr. Kito, one of her husband's creditors, offers comfort and cancels all of her debts. But Mitsuko soon discovers Kito's kindness hides a darker purpose: she is compelled to become his personal concubine. Her only chance at freedom rests with the son of the man who owns her.IMDb 6.1TMDB 4.5 - 17
Horrors of Malformed MenMovie · 1969 · 99m · Horror, MysteryA young medical student escapes an asylum seeking freedom, only to become caught in a complex mystery on a remote island. He notices a strong resemblance between himself and a dead man and uses this chance to take over his identity and explore this new place. But on the island, he finds it ruled by a mad scientist and populated by people with severe physical deformities. As he struggles through this unsettling world, he faces difficult choices and tries to uncover the island's dark history and his own link to it. This suspenseful film examines identity, obsession, and the dangers of unchecked scientific ambition.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.6 - 18
True Story of a Woman in Jail: Sex HellMovie · 1975 · 72mA nurse is wrongly accused of medical malpractice and sent to prison. There, she encounters the cell's leader, an inmate serving time for a crime of passion. Both women are driven by a desire for revenge and see an opportunity for escape.IMDb 5.1TMDB 3.3 - 19
Stray Cat Rock: Delinquent Girl BossMovie · 1970 · 81mA hardened biker woman joins forces with a group of rebellious girls who are fighting a boxing match against a team of male voice actors.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 20
Okatsu the FugitiveMovie · 1969 · 84mOkatsu the Fugitive is the third installment in the "Ohyaku/Okatsu" series. Okatsu, a spirited young woman skilled with a sword, is arranged to marry. Meanwhile, farmers are being murdered by a ruthless group involved in tobacco smuggling. A man investigating their crimes is captured and tortured for information, but he reveals nothing. Soon, he and Okatsu's mother are dead, prompting Okatsu to embark on a path of revenge.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1 - 21
The BiteMovie · 1966 · 62mKoichi works as a gigolo, seducing women for a madame who films the encounters for her clients. He's unhappy with the work, but the money is essential to support his mother's medical care. When he's tasked with seducing a waitress, an unexpected connection forms, and they begin to fall in love. Koichi tells his madame he wants to quit, but she has a different plan in store for him.IMDb 6.0TMDB 3.7 - 22
Hot Springs GeishaMovie · 1968 · 92mThis film explores the lives of geishas in a quiet coastal town. Their days are typically spent entertaining visiting businessmen with performances and intimate company, punctuated by occasional conflicts with a rival geisha house. Their established routine is disrupted when an abandoned baby is found in their dormitory, only to vanish shortly after. The geishas must then grapple with the mystery of who left the child behind.IMDb 4.5TMDB 2.2 - 23
Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's ObligationMovie · 1968 · 95mIn a quiet silk-farming town, a local yakuza boss offers kindness to a traveling gambler named Oryu, allowing her to stay with him. But when a rival yakuza gang murders him in an attempt to seize control of the town's businesses, Oryu finds herself responsible for protecting his children and his livelihood.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.8 - 24
Girl Boss Revenge: SukebanMovie · 1973 · 86mThe Kanto Gypsies, a formidable all-girl gang, are living off the grid in a contested territory when they are kidnapped by dangerous criminals. Once they escape, the girls are determined to get even. Miki Sugimoto plays Komasa, the ruthless and intelligent leader of the Kanto Gypsies, who is as beautiful as she is deadly.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.3 - 25
Zero Woman: Final MissionMovie · 1995 · 81mThe Tokyo Police's Zero Division investigates a prominent businessman's connections to organized crime. Leading the investigation is a highly skilled and formidable female officer. While she battles the crime syndicate, she also spends considerable time alone in her apartment. A secondary storyline focuses on the businessman's daughter and her interest in S&M.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.6 - 26
Female Prisoner Scorpion: #701's Grudge SongMovie · 1973 · 89m · Drama, Crime, ThrillerNami, a fugitive, finds herself unexpectedly rescued by a former classmate working at a strip club. They bond over a shared resentment towards a corrupt police officer and decide to work together for revenge. As they plan their retaliation, Nami grapples with her difficulty trusting men, forced to confront her skepticism and consider the possibility of genuine connection. This suspenseful story examines betrayal, trust, and the chance for redemption in a morally complex city environment.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 27
Terrifying Girls' High School: Animal CourageMovie · 1973 · 86mReiko Ike plays a hardened high school student who teams up with her rivals to challenge the oppressive leadership of their private Catholic school, where widespread sexual abuse is hidden. The students turn the tables on the principal, teachers, and a visiting American priest, exposing the adults responsible to the entire school.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.1 - 28
Wandering Ginza Butterfly: She-Cat GamblerMovie · 1972 · 86mMeiko Kaji returns as Nami, a ruthless gang leader, in the second film of this action series. This time, martial arts icon Sonny Chiba plays Ryuji, Nami's trusted friend. Nami is now hunting for Hoshiden, the man who killed her father and destroyed her childhood. But Hoshiden is living under a false identity, making him difficult to find.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.9 - 29
Sex and FuryMovie · 1973 · 88m · Action, Crime'Sex & Fury' tells the story of Ocho, a determined warrior seeking revenge for her father's murder. She hunts three assassins, each identified by unique animal tattoos: deer, boar, and butterfly. During her quest, Ocho meets Shonusuke, a dangerous radical planning to assassinate a prominent politician. Their paths cross again with Christina, a clever American spy disguised as a gambler. As Ocho pursues justice, she faces challenges from her new allies, her own beliefs, and constant peril.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.1 - 30
The Revelation of a GeishaMovie · 1970 · 87mFollowing the financial collapse of her foster father's condom company, Tamae seeks independence and becomes a geisha at a hot spring resort. As she gains prominence, a contest is held to determine her future romantic partner.IMDb 6.3TMDB 2.0 - 31
Red Peony Gambler: Flower Cards GameMovie · 1969 · 98mThe third installment of the ‘Red Peony Gambler’ series follows Red Peony Oryu as she embraces her womanhood with a red peony tattoo and navigates the world of yakuza honor in Meiji-era Nagoya. While traveling the country to restore her family's name, Oryu arrives at the Nishinomaru family with a letter of introduction from Kumatora. The Nishinomaru family is preparing for their traditional gambling competition at the Netsuda Shrine Festival, but the ruthless Kinbara family schemes to seize control. Consequently, Oryu finds herself drawn into their conflict.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0 - 32
Modern Lady GamblerMovie · 1972 · 91mHaunted by betrayal, Fujiko journeys across the country, determined to destroy the man who ruined her life and family. Discovering her target is already dead, she loses all desire to live. However, fate intervenes when she encounters Tatsumi, a rising star in the powerful Horikawa Family. She quickly falls for him and his yakuza world. But when Tatsumi is named heir to the family leadership, his jealous brother Morito orchestrates his murder with the help of a shadowy figure. Now, Fujiko becomes a Bakuto, a wandering yakuza gambler, and resumes her path of vengeance.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0 - 33
Red Peony Gambler: Biographies of a Gambling RoomMovie · 1969 · 110mOryu, a wandering female yakuza, is on a journey of self-discovery following her father's death. After rescuing her ailing follower from prison, she finds refuge with a fishing village. Grateful for their kindness, she agrees to stay and work for them, vowing to abandon her past. However, when a dispute over gambling rights for the village festival leads to threats from a rival gang, Oryu is forced to choose between honoring her promise and defending the people who welcomed her.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.9 - 34
Stray Cat Rock: Beat '71Movie · 1971 · 87mIn *Swansong*, Kaji is framed by her boyfriend's father and imprisoned. With the aid of a group of hippies, she fights to reunite with him.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.5 - 35
Delinquent Girl Boss: Ballad of Yokohama HoodsMovie · 1971 · 84mIn Yokohama's port, powerful yakuza gangs are challenged by a bold biker gang led by a woman in black leather and a cowboy hat – a figure evoking the spirit of past victors. Old rivalries fuel escalating conflicts between the two female gangs. But when a leader is killed, the women find themselves uniting against the male gangsters who manipulated them. The story culminates in an epic battle along the coast.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.8 - 36
Red Peony Gambler: Here to Kill YouMovie · 1971 · 93mThis, the seventh installment in the acclaimed Hibotan Bakuto series, follows Oryu the Red Peony years after her father's death, as she continues her journey of self-discovery. While traveling, she encounters villagers whose lives are ruined by pollution from a nearby factory. An agreement is made, but Oryu must intervene when the factory owner and corrupt politicians break their promises and betray the villagers.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.3 - 37
Hot Springs Mimizu GeishaMovie · 1971 · 90mPeople travel to the hot springs resort to experience Reiko's renowned sexual services, described as a unique and intense sensation. This earned her the nickname "Mimizu," meaning earthworm.IMDb 7.1TMDB 3.0 - 38
Bad Girl MakoMovie · 1971 · 83mIn a city controlled by a ruthless gang, Mako spends her nights at a nightclub with her rough friends. She meets Hideo, and they share a brief encounter that blossoms into love. Tragically, Hideo is murdered by the gang, and Mako vows to avenge his death.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2 - 39
Hell Riders in KyotoMovie · 1973 · 83mJunya, a wealthy young man, is obsessed with street racing his motorcycle, even when pursued by the police. This makes him isolated, pushing away both law enforcement and his fellow Bosozoku riders. He finds a kindred spirit in Hiroko, a woman who shares his passion for speed.IMDb 5.1 - 40
Turtle GeishaMovie · 1972 · 84mNatsuko possesses an extraordinary ability to fatally injure men through sexual acts. She ultimately faces a powerful adversary, leading to a confrontation. A secondary storyline involves a scientist who requires vaginal fluids to concoct a potion intended to darken the skin of Japanese women.IMDb 6.3TMDB 4.7 - 41
Terrifying Girls' High School: Women's Violent ClassroomMovie · 1972 · 79mA rebellious young woman who runs her own crew clashes with a solitary orphan girl haunted by the loss of her parents. The orphan finds solace in playing the piano, but bravely confronts her abusive guardian, who also holds a position of authority at her school.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.0 - 42
The Naked SevenMovie · 1972 · 80mA group of scantily clad female warriors defend a small village from thieves. Director Yasuharu Hasebe blended elements of the classic Seven Samurai story with his own Naraneko Rokku series, featuring popular pinup actresses of the era.IMDb 4.8TMDB 6.0 - 43
Ohyaku: The Female DemonMovie · 1968 · 90mOhyaku, a con artist, develops feelings for a thief who enlists her in a scheme to steal a shipment of government gold. The heist fails, landing Ohyaku in jail. Determined to escape and exact revenge on those who double-crossed her and the man she loves, she will do whatever it takes.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 44
Girl Boss Blues - Queen Bee's ChallengeMovie · 1972 · 84mTwo powerful women, leading rival groups, find their conflict escalating. Equally matched in strength and ambition, their feud proves intractable. A Yakuza boss offers a disturbing solution: a sexual contest to determine which is the superior leader. Forced to comply, they become victims of his lust and sadistic abuse. They manage to escape by uniting against the Yakuza, but the alliance comes at a terrible cost – one woman dies, despite having previously been friends with her former adversary.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8 - 45
Terrifying Girls' High School: Delinquent Convulsion GroupMovie · 1973 · 87mA privileged schoolgirl runs the school with an iron fist, shielded by her father, the principal. Another girl, though less ruthless, challenges the schoolgirl's power through a democratic election and triumphs. This earns her enemies at school, coinciding with tragedy: her father, a trucking company owner, is killed in a staged car accident orchestrated by an American mobster. Her mother, overwhelmed, unknowingly hands over the company to the mobster and becomes his lover. Consumed by guilt, she turns to alcohol. Meanwhile, the victorious schoolgirl allies with a young man harboring resentment towards Americans. He infiltrates the mob, uncovering their drug trafficking operation, but is killed before he can alert authorities. The schoolgirl then leads a desperate attack on the mobsters, and the police arrive just in time for the confrontation.IMDb 6.4TMDB 8.0 - 46
New Female Prisoner 701: ScorpionMovie · 1976 · 88mNami Matsushima stars as a woman whose life is upended when her sister disappears. Driven by a desperate search, she becomes wrongly convicted of murder and sentenced to fifteen years in a harsh women's prison. There, she faces relentless torment and threats from fellow inmates. But she fights back, ultimately achieving justice.IMDb 6.2TMDB 4.9 - 47
Sukeban Deka: Dirty MaryMovie · 1974 · 80mA determined female police officer engages in a battle of intellect with a criminal who uses blackmail.IMDb 5.5 - 48
Pilgrimage to Japanese BathsMovie · 1971 · 88mThis stylish 1970s film explores the significance, customs, social aspects, and practices surrounding Japanese bathing culture.IMDb 5.4TMDB 6.0 - 49
Wandering Ginza ButterflyMovie · 1972 · 86mCult film icon Meiko Kaji plays Nami, a former gang leader who went to prison after killing a yakuza member. Released after three years, she finds herself ostracized, living in the underworld of sex clubs and street gangs. She returns to the city to live with her uncle, a billiard hall owner, and befriends Ryuji, a pimp. Nami takes a job at a hostess club in Ginza, where luxury hides a dangerous reality of crime and sexual exploitation. When a rival gang tries to take over the club, Nami is drawn into a violent conflict. She must use her pool skills to protect her uncle's business and ultimately resorts to deadly force to avenge herself on her enemies.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 50
Naked PursuitMovie · 1968 · 73mAmidst escalating student protests and riots, a young man accidentally kills a police officer. While being transported to jail, he escapes. He then meets a young woman on the beach who plans to take her own life. They begin a volatile and intense relationship.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.1 - 51
Sex Hunter: Wet TargetMovie · 1972 · 69mImprisoned, Okamoto receives news of his sister Natsuko's death. She was brutally attacked by U.S. soldiers during a drunken outing and later died. Driven by grief and rage, Okamoto escapes from jail to seek revenge on those responsible for her death. His investigation reveals a far more disturbing truth than he could have anticipated.IMDb 5.9TMDB 3.0 - 52
Delinquent Boss: Wolves of the CityMovie · 1969 · 89mKosaka Hiroshi is a low-level con artist and the leader of a motorcycle gang in Shinjuku. Driven solely by financial gain, he’s never achieved significant success until he becomes involved with the daughter of a Yakuza boss. However, when he participates in a plot to blackmail both a Yakuza group and a land developer, he discovers he's now in far deeper trouble than he ever imagined.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.0 - 53
Oxen Split TorturingMovie · 1976 · 80mSet in Edo period Japan during the Shogunate, this film presents two interconnected stories. The first follows Iori, who falls for a Christian woman at a time of intense religious persecution. When her family is captured, Iori's cruel master takes the woman as his slave to punish him. The second story centers on Sutezo, who becomes indebted and is forced to work for the abusive owner of a brothel. He befriends a young girl, and together they escape, resorting to scams and petty theft to survive.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.8 - 54
Lady Snowblood 2: Love Song of VengeanceMovie · 1974 · 89m · Action, Drama, ThrillerAmidst political turmoil, Lady Snowblood is caught in a dangerous plot after being arrested for seeking revenge for her family. Facing execution, she's offered a chance at survival: a perilous mission to assassinate important revolutionary leaders. As she undertakes this dangerous path, questions of loyalty and justice arise during a time of upheaval. The story unfolds as a tale of vengeance, sacrifice, and the unclear boundaries between right and wrong during a revolution.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.4 - 55
Zero Woman: Red HandcuffsMovie · 1974 · 88mAgent Zero is a police officer known for her unconventional approach to crime. Following an unlawful killing, she is imprisoned and loses her badge. Shortly after, the daughter of a wealthy politician is kidnapped by a dangerous gang. Agent Zero is released from prison with a mission: go undercover, find the missing girl, and bring her home. Armed with her distinctive red handcuffs, she systematically eliminates the criminals.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 56
Red Peony Gambler: Second Generation CeremonyMovie · 1969 · 95mJapan experiences rapid change with the arrival of the railroad. The new railway threatens the livelihoods of boatmen, sparking conflict with the railroad construction workers. Oryu, the Red Peony, returns to her family home in Kumamoto to assume her role as the next leader of the Yano Family. However, her acceptance is disrupted by violence between the local boatmen and railroad workers, suggesting a rival family is manipulating the situation from the shadows.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.2 - 57
Red Peony Gambler: Oryu's ReturnMovie · 1970 · 100mOryu is searching for a blind child she abandoned and becomes entangled in a violent Yakuza power struggle within the Tokyo Theater.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.3 - 58
Red Peony Gambler: Execution of DutyMovie · 1972 · 96mThis is the concluding part of the Hibotan Bakuto story. Oryu the Red Peony visits a dying elder of a partner family, promising to assist in guiding their new leader. Simultaneously, a gang war erupts. When the family suffers a betrayal and the opposing gang escalates violence, Oryu intervenes directly.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.4 - 59
Stray Cat Rock: Sex HunterMovie · 1970 · 86m · Action, ThrillerIn a tense world, Mako and her friends face a power struggle against The Eagles, a cruel street gang led by the Baron. The Eagles, who are racist and target those of mixed heritage, want Mako and her friends to leave their town, especially when one of Mako's friends starts dating Kazuma, a half-breed.
Mako and her friends resist the Eagles’ intimidation and fight for justice and equality. They team up with Kazuma as he searches for his missing sister, caught in the middle of the gang war.
The story explores friendship, loyalty, and determination in the face of adversity. Mako and her friends refuse to let hatred control their lives and fight to protect their community and loved ones, aiming to end the Eagles' violence.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.3 - 60
Sins of Sister LuciaMovie · 1978 · 70mRumiko, a rebellious girl, is caught stealing money her father intended for bribes. Though he doesn't accuse her, he's horrified to discover she's been having an affair with her English teacher. As punishment, he sends her to a monastery where the nuns attempt to reform her. But after a few days of forced religious devotion, Rumiko (now Sister Lucia) realizes the nuns and Mother Superior have committed sins far greater than her own.IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.1 - 61
Rika: The Mixed-Blood GirlMovie · 1972 · 92mThis is the first film in a trilogy charting the intense life of Rika, a woman of mixed Japanese and American heritage. She rises to become the formidable leader of a crime syndicate comprised entirely of women.IMDb 6.2TMDB 4.9 - 62
Rika 2: Lonely WandererMovie · 1973 · 85mSeeking a new beginning, Rica leaves her friends and past behind, but trouble follows her. She discovers a terrifying pattern: anyone who survives the explosion of a sunken ship and then interacts with her dies. Rica's only hope of uncovering the truth about the disaster lies in finding an old friend who was aboard the ship the night it sank.IMDb 5.9TMDB 4.0 - 63
Quick-draw OkatsuMovie · 1969 · 89mThe film centers on Okatsu, the adopted daughter of a renowned swordsman. She is a more skilled swordsman than her brother, who is also her father's biological son. His gambling habit causes financial ruin when he loses heavily in a rigged dice game. Unable to repay the debt, he’s blamed by their father, who is then murdered. This event sets Okatsu on a path of vengeance.IMDb 6.8TMDB 5.9 - 64
Red Peony GamblerMovie · 1968 · 98mOrphaned at a young age and raised by his gambler father in Kumamoto, Kyushu, Ryuko's world is shattered when her father is murdered by a stranger. At eighteen, she breaks ties with her yakuza family and journeys across the country seeking revenge, armed only with the wallet left by the killer. Five years later, known as the defiant and courageous "Red Peony Oryu" – marked by a red peony tattoo – she encounters Katagiri, a fellow gambler; Kumatora, a family boss in Shikoku; and Otaka, the female boss of the Doman Family in Osaka. With their assistance, she finally confronts the man responsible for her father's death.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.4 - 65
Hell's Angels: Crimson RoarMovie · 1977 · 77mFollowing a confrontation with a local girl gang, Yoko is incarcerated. Upon her release, she finds her former life irrevocably altered. After being drugged and raped by a local yakuza, she sets out to exact revenge.IMDb 5.6 - 66
Decapitation of an Evil WomanMovie · 1977 · 62mThis crime story, rooted in Japanese history, presents a unique combination of elements. In the early Meiji period, a group known as "Dokufu" – Poison Women – carried out numerous murders, often wives killing their husbands to be with their lovers. Women were executed alongside men, by decapitation. The film focuses on Takahashi Oden, the most infamous of these women, who was the last person in Japan to be executed by decapitation in 1879.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.2 - 67
Girl Boss: Diamond ShowdownMovie · 1974 · 87mDriven by vengeance, Keiko Aizawa embarks on a journey to avenge her older sister's death.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 68
Woman MobstersMovie · 1974 · 82mThree bank robbers steal 30 million yen and attempt to evade the police while trying to escape with the money. Only one of them successfully avoids capture. Yoko, an accomplice, is imprisoned in a women's jail where she meets Yuki, and together they plan an escape. Their goal is to find the remaining robber, retrieve the stolen cash, and flee the city.IMDb 6.8 - 69
Assault! Jack the RipperMovie · 1976 · 71mTwo restaurant workers embark on a series of murders after accidentally killing a hitchhiker, discovering that killing and mutilating people is mutually arousing.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2 - 70
Lustful Shogun and His 21 MistressesMovie · 1972 · 95mThe new Tokugawa Shogun has no interest in women. A nobleman, with the assistance of a female thief, orchestrates a replacement of the Shogun with a look-alike, while the nobleman discovers the meaning of love. Meanwhile, the double enjoys the perks of his elevated position, particularly his newfound access to women.IMDb 6.0TMDB 4.3 - 71
Confessions of Lady MantisMovie · 1975 · 66mMidori Satsuki plays a woman who systematically ruins men's lives through seduction. Her latest target is a professional killer, and the encounter leads to devastating results.IMDb 5.7TMDB 3.8 - 72
Zero Woman 2Movie · 1995 · 99mThe theft of a valuable suitcase draws together a dangerous cast: the mob, small-time criminals, and a skilled agent from the Elite Zero division, all vying for control.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.4 - 73
Zero Woman: Dangerous GameMovie · 1998 · 80mRei, the top assassin for the Tokyo Police Department's secret Zero Division, is tasked with eliminating a dangerous gangster linked to numerous murders. Simultaneously, she must shield the gangster’s mistress from assassins determined to silence her and prevent her from cooperating with the police. Initially resistant to the unusual assignment, the two women develop an unexpected bond.IMDb 5.3TMDB 3.2 - 74
Delinquent Girl Boss: Blossoming Night DreamsMovie · 1970 · 89mRika is released from a juvenile detention facility and unexpectedly arrives at a lounge bar where she discovers her former classmates are working. The bar is managed by Junko Miyazono.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.8 - 75
Lady SnowbloodMovie · 1973 · 97m · Action, Crime, DramaYuki's life is defined by a thirst for vengeance. Her family was nearly destroyed when she was born, as a brutal criminal group subjected her mother to horrific abuse. After surviving the kidnapping and a prison sentence, her mother spends her life planning revenge, even using her pregnancy to execute her scheme. Yuki grows up without love, surrounded by violence and the desire for retribution. The film examines loss, survival, and the complicated nature of revenge in a harsh world.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 76
Zero Woman: The AccusedMovie · 1997 · 77mRei is a skilled but unwilling assassin working for the Tokyo Police Department's Zero Division. She forms an unexpected bond with a young man she encounters at a gay bar. After he is assaulted, Rei takes him into her home. When a series of brutal murders occur, Rei begins to believe her friend is the killer, seeking revenge for past mistreatment. Torn between her loyalty to the police and her friendship, she must decide whether to uphold her duty or protect the person she's come to care for.IMDb 4.2TMDB 4.4 - 77
Star of David: Beauty HuntingMovie · 1979 · 100m · Horror, Thriller"The Silent Heir," based on Masaaki Sato's manga, reveals the hidden darkness within a seemingly respectable man. Tatsuya hides sinister desires beneath a facade of respectability. A young man from a privileged family, he leads a double life, charming and then imprisoning women in the basement of his estate. There, he engages in brutal sexual violence. This unsettling story challenges viewers to consider whether appearances can be trusted.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.2 - 78
Zero Woman: Assassin LoversMovie · 1996 · 86mA Tokyo Police agent is tasked with assassinating several crime bosses. She is then targeted herself by a hitman sent by those same bosses. The two assassins connect and realize they both hesitate to complete their missions, driven by pressure from their superiors. They are forced to confront where their true allegiances lie.IMDb 5.5TMDB 4.1 - 79
Zero Woman: The HuntedMovie · 1997 · 79mRei is a beautiful, enigmatic agent working undercover for the Zero Department, a clandestine division of the police. Her exceptional skills have made her a target, and a rival organization has placed a death warrant on her. To survive, this lethal woman must rely on all her intelligence and resourcefulness.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.3 - 80
Criminal Woman: Killing MelodyMovie · 1973 · 83mReiko Ike plays the daughter of a man forced into drug dealing by the Yakuza. After he's discarded by the gang and murdered, she is gang-raped. She then tries to attack the Yakuza boss (Ryoji Hayama) at a nightclub but fails and ends up in prison. There, she befriends other inmates (including Yumiko Katayama and Chiyoko Kazama) and meets the boss's girlfriend (Miki Sugimoto). Upon her release, Reiko gathers her father's former associates and plots a complex scheme to incite a gang war between Hayama's company and a rival clan. As the gangs fight each other, Reiko manipulates events to get closer to her revenge.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 81
Female Prisoner Scorpion: Jailhouse 41Movie · 1972 · 90m · Action, Crime, DramaMatsu's life takes a dark turn when she becomes involved with a detective who manipulates her affection for his own purposes. Betrayed and heartbroken, she is imprisoned in a brutal women's prison. There, she confronts cruel guards and a defiant inmate population, battling to survive. The film explores themes of betrayal, resilience, and self-discovery as Matsu navigates this dangerous world, fighting for freedom and a chance at redemption.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 82
Zero Woman 2005Movie · 2004 · 81mRei, a highly skilled detective in the Metropolitan Police Department's '0' section – an organization dedicated to reopening old cases – struggles to recover her lost memories from training while investigating a human trafficking ring. When a dangerous virus falls into the hands of terrorists, public safety dispatches Sarah Kodama, a molecular biology and computer expert, to collaborate with Rei. Rei, however, refuses to work with Sarah. Intrigued by Rei's enigmatic nature, Sarah investigates her past, seeking information from Rei's former boss, Asami. Instead, she encounters an assassin plotting the downfall of the '0' section. What becomes of Sarah? And what secrets lie hidden within Rei's forgotten memories?IMDb 5.0TMDB 4.0 - 83
Rape! 13th HourMovie · 1977 · 73mA serial rapist takes a young apprentice, but his carefully constructed world begins to unravel when a vengeful gang of gay men hunts him down after he attacked their leader.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.6 - 84
Girl Boss: Crazy Ball GameMovie · 1974 · 87mAfter being released from reform school, a determined young woman and her close friends find themselves at odds with a rival group. This other gang is connected to a powerful Yakuza boss, setting the stage for a confrontation.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.7 - 85
Daring GirlsMovie · 1969 · 90mThis film follows two sisters who are leaders in opposing factions of the sex trade. Their rivalry escalates, intertwining with Yakuza crime and leading to a cycle of elaborate sexual encounters and violent revenge.IMDb 6.0TMDB 8.0 - 86
Three Little GeishaMovie · 1973 · 71mTo fund her dream of traveling the world, a young woman works as a geisha.IMDb 4.1 - 87
Tokugawa: Woman's GenealogyMovie · 1968 · 90mThis is a heartbreaking tale of love set against the backdrop of feudal Japan. It follows the relationship between the 5th Shogun of the Tokugawa dynasty and a woman who becomes one of his concubines. Their love story unfolds amidst the power and politics of the time, ultimately leading to tragedy.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.2 - 88
Love and CrimeMovie · 1969 · 92mThis collection of short stories explores unusual crimes committed by women throughout Japan's Meiji, Taisho, and Showa periods. It profiles four notorious female murderers: Takahashi Oden, the final woman to be executed by beheading in Japan; Sada Abe, driven by obsessive love; Kunihiko Kodaira, a rapist and killer; and the Toyokaku case, a woman determined to acquire a hotel at any cost.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.9 - 89
The TransgressorMovie · 1974 · 91m · Drama, Thriller, HorrorEighteen years after her mother's mysterious death, Maya journeys to the Sacred Heart Convent to uncover hidden secrets. After becoming a nun, she faces a disturbing series of trials that test her faith. The convent’s atmosphere is complicated by a problematic archbishop and an unusual Mother Superior, leading to a complex story of intrigue and scandal. Maya is ultimately forced to examine her own beliefs and discover the truth about her mother's past.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 90
Female Ninjas: In Bed with the EnemyMovie · 1976 · 66mDirected by Takayuki Miyagawa, this film features action-packed scenes of female ninjas skilled in swordplay. The story follows these ninjas as they go undercover – sometimes in disguise – to investigate the disappearance of a valuable gold chest. The film is known for its bold and thrilling content.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.4 - 91
Stray Cat Rock: Machine AnimalMovie · 1970 · 82mTwo Japanese men assist a Vietnam War deserter in fleeing Japan for Sweden. Their plan to finance the escape involves selling LSD. However, news of their drug operation attracts unwanted attention, leading them into conflict with rival gangs.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 92
The Hell-Fated CourtesanMovie · 1973 · 77mThis is the story of a once-celebrated courtesan in Yoshiwara. Beautiful, she finds herself increasingly isolated after three of her patrons die in suspicious circumstances. Now, feared and unwanted, she is left with no one to care for her.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.6 - 93
Stray Cat Rock: Wild JumboMovie · 1970 · 84mA group of impulsive young people kidnap a wealthy woman. She finds herself drawn to one of her captors. When she reveals she's involved with a religious leader, he and his friends decide to rob her partner.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.5 - 94
Bohachi Bushido: Code of the Forgotten EightMovie · 1973 · 81mA masterless samurai, seeking only oblivion, finds himself drawn into the dangerous world of the Forgotten Eight, a ruthless band of ronin embroiled in a brutal clan conflict over control of local brothels.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 95
Female Prisoner Scorpion: Beast StableMovie · 1973 · 87m · Drama, Crime, ThrillerEscaping from prison, Scorpion enters a dangerous new world. She finds refuge in a hidden brothel, relying on her old friend, a prostitute skilled at keeping secrets. Their fragile alliance is threatened when the brothel's madam discovers Scorpion's identity: she is the ex-girlfriend of the corrupt vice officer who caused her lover's death. As tensions escalate and secrets are revealed, Scorpion must navigate this perilous environment and outwit her enemies in her pursuit of redemption and revenge.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 96
Inferno of TortureMovie · 1969 · 95mIn 19th-century Japan, a thriving industry has emerged to create tattooed geisha, highly sought after by wealthy Europeans. This environment sets the stage for a historical clash between two master tattoo artists, who are both responsible for crafting these elaborate designs on the women.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.6 - 97
Girl Boss Blues: Queen Bee's CounterattackMovie · 1971 · 86mDuring the 1970s, the Japanese youth movement influenced the yakuza. A young woman rising through the ranks faces challenges to her authority within the all-female gang and from the powerful Yakuza boss. She commands fierce loyalty from her followers – both women and men – who are willing to die for her in a world of violence, featuring knife fights, car chases, and deadly confrontations.IMDb 5.9TMDB 4.1 - 98
Jeans Blues: No FutureMovie · 1974 · 91mHijiriko steals money and a car from her workplace. Separately, Jiro Katagiri double-crosses his gangster associates, taking all their stolen money. Their paths cross after a car accident, and they soon team up, fleeing in another stolen vehicle. The police begin investigating the crimes, and the gangsters pursue Jiro relentlessly. Forced to escape across Japan, the two must do whatever it takes to stay ahead.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.7 - 99
The Red Silk GamblerMovie · 1972 · 86mHaunted by a past love, gambler Okatsu, known as the Tiger Lily, journeys from one gambling den to another, armed with only a short sword and medicine. She is accompanied by Omon, a blind outlaw gambler; Onaka, a thief seeking revenge for his father's death against Okatsu; Ohide, a tattoo artist with a prominent dragon tattoo; and Oryu, a young woman forced into prostitution by a gambling family.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.7 - 100
Female Prisoner #701: ScorpionMovie · 1972 · 87m · Crime, Thriller, ActionMatsushima's life changes dramatically when she becomes involved with Sugimi, a detective working with the mafia. Driven by love and betrayal, Matsushima seeks revenge on those who hurt her. Her pursuit of justice leads her through dangerous criminal circles and complicated alliances. As she uncovers layers of deception, she struggles to trust anyone, resulting in a suspenseful game of cat and mouse where her desire for vengeance is pushed to the breaking point.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0
