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10 Best Movies Like Sanctuary - Part 2

If you loved Sanctuary - Part 2, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
Samurai II: Duel at Ichijoji Temple

Samurai II: Duel at Ichijoji Temple

1955★ 7.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Sanctuary - Part 2 for fans of Drama. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

After years on the road establishing his reputation as Japan's greatest fencer, Takezo returns to Kyoto. Otsu waits for him, yet he has come not for her but to challenge the leader...

#2
Harmonium

Harmonium

2016★ 6.6

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Sanctuary - Part 2 for fans of Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

Toshio hires Yasaka to work in his workshop. But then this old acquaintance, who has just been released from prison, begins to meddle in Toshio's family life....

#3
It Feels So Good

It Feels So Good

2019★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Sanctuary - Part 2 for fans of Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

When it rains it pours. Kenji divorced his wife, lost his job and his old squeeze Naoko is getting married back home in the north of Japan, specifically in Akita. He returns there ...

#4
After the Rain

After the Rain

2000★ 7.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Sanctuary - Part 2 for fans of Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

A group of travelers is stranded in a small country inn when the river floods during heavy rains. As the bad weather continues, tensions rise amongst the trapped travelers....

#5
Samurai Rebellion

Samurai Rebellion

1967★ 8.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Sanctuary - Part 2 for fans of Drama. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

The mother of a feudal lord's only heir is kidnapped by the lord. Her husband and his samurai father must decide whether to accept the unjust decision, or risk death to rescue her....

#6
Taboo

Taboo

1999★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Sanctuary - Part 2 for fans of Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

Set during Japan's Shogun era, this film looks at life in a samurai compound where young warriors are trained in swordfighting. A number of interpersonal conflicts are brewing in t...

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