'Seven Samurai' Returns to Theaters in 4K Restoration for 70th Anniversary

Akira Kurosawa's iconic film will have special screenings in New York and Los Angeles before a wider release.

The 4K restoration of Akira Kurosawa's 'Seven Samurai' will premiere in New York on July 5 and Los Angeles on July 7.
The restoration debuted at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival and will have a wider release starting July 12.
'Seven Samurai' is considered one of the most influential films in cinema history, inspiring numerous Western and sci-fi adaptations.
The film tells the story of 16th-century villagers hiring samurai to protect them from bandits, blending action with deep philosophical themes.
Legendary actors Toshiro Mifune and Takashi Shimura lead the cast in this epic three-hour feature.