The Last Samurai

In 19th century Japan, Nathan Algren, a US army captain, is hired by the Japanese emperor to train his army in the modern warfare techniques. Captain Algren finds himself trapped in a struggle between two eras and two worlds.

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Grosses

Domestic (24.4%)
$111,127,263

International (75.6%)
$343,500,000

Worldwide
$454,627,263

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Summary Details

DistributorWarner Bros.
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Opening$24,271,354
2,908 theaters

Budget$140,000,000

Release DateDec 5, 2003 - Apr 8, 2004

MPAAR

Running Time2 hr 34 min

GenresAction Drama

In Release393 days/56 weeks

Widest Release2,938 theaters

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Chart	Ranking
Top Opening Weekends By Month - December	59
Top Holiday Single Day Grosses - New Year's Day	154
Top Opening Weekends By Season - Holiday season	168
Top Holiday Single Day Grosses - Christmas Day	183
Top Opening Weekends by MPA Rating - R	197