Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai
Movie
1999
R
1 HOUR 56 MINS
Crime drama
A hitman who follows the ancient code of the samurai finds himself targeted by his mafia employers after a contract goes awry, leading to a solitary and philosophical battle for survival.
Cast & Crew
Forest Whitaker Ghost Dog
John Tormey Louie
Cliff Gorman Sonny Valerio
Henry Silva Ray Vargo
Isaach de Bankolé Raymond
Tricia Vessey Louise Vargo
Victor Argo Vinny
Gene Ruffini Old Consigliere
Richard Portnow Handsome Frank
Camille Winbush Pearline
Jim Jarmusch Director
Jim Jarmusch Writer
Richard Guay Producer
Jim Jarmusch Producer
Diana Schmidt Co-Producer
Robby Müller Cinematography
Jay Rabinowitz Film Editing
RZA Original Music
Ellen Lewis Casting
Laura Rosenthal Casting
Ted Berner Production Designer
Mario Ventenilla Art Direction
Ron von Blomberg Set Decoration
John A. Dunn Costume Design
Jude Gorjanc Assistant Director
Anthony J. Ciccolini Sound Designer
Drew Kunin Sound
Kevin Meehan Boom Operator
Lynn Sable Assistant Sound Editor
Dominic Tavella Sound Re-Recording Mixer
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Upcoming TV Airings
The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.
Friday, November 1
A hit man (Forest Whitaker) must fend for his life against his boss (John Tormey).
Tuesday, November 5
A hit man (Forest Whitaker) must fend for his life against his boss (John Tormey).
Thursday, November 7
A hit man (Forest Whitaker) must fend for his life against his boss (John Tormey).
Sunday, November 10
A hit man (Forest Whitaker) must fend for his life against his boss (John Tormey).
Monday, November 11
A hit man (Forest Whitaker) must fend for his life against his boss (John Tormey).
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