How many episodes are in Last Samurai Standing?

Last Samurai Standing has 6 episodes in this listed season.

When does Last Samurai Standing premiere?

Last Samurai Standing premieres on 2025-11-13.

Is Last Samurai Standing a new series?

Last Samurai Standing is a new series (Season 1).

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Last Samurai Standing(2025)

Also known as Ikusagami • Последний выживший самурай

Archived · Netflix

7.6

166 eps

S01

DramaActionHistory

In 1878, 292 samurai gather for a battle royale lured by a 100 thousand yen prize. Wooden tags are given; the last survivor reaching Tokyo wins. Shujiro Saga participates to save his sick family. A dangerous game of survival unfolds.

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historical survival gamesamurai eliminationdesperate family rescueprize-based death match

ON AIR: NOV 13Season 1Archived listing

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