Samurai Girl

Samurai Girl (2008)

EndedScripted showDrama, Action

A nineteen-year-old girl called Heaven discovers that the well-to-do businessman who adopted her as an infant is actually the head of Yakuza, the Japanese mafia responsible for murdering her brother. Upon leaving her family Heaven decides to become a samurai with the help of her new American friends, and grows determined to take down her father's empire. This series is based on the popular novels for young people.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06The Book of the Shadow (2)sept. 7, 2008
S01E05The Book of the Shadow (1)sept. 7, 2008
S01E04The Book of the Heart (2)sept. 6, 2008
S01E03The Book of the Heart (1)sept. 6, 2008
S01E02The Book of the Sword (2)sept. 5, 2008
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Samurai Girl premiere?

Samurai Girl premiered on September 5, 2008.

Who created Samurai Girl?

Samurai Girl was created by ABC Family.

What genre is Samurai Girl classified as?

Samurai Girl is classified as a drama.

Who plays the lead character in Samurai Girl?

Jamie Chung plays the lead character Heaven Kogo in Samurai Girl.

How many episodes of Samurai Girl are there?

There are six episodes of Samurai Girl.

What is the plot of Samurai Girl?

Samurai Girl follows the story of a young woman named Heaven who discovers that she is the daughter of a powerful Japanese businessman and a Caucasian mother. After her father is killed, Heaven must navigate the dangerous worlds of family politics, corporate intrigue, and her own past in order to claim her rightful inheritance.

Who are some of the other main characters in Samurai Girl?

Some of the other main characters in Samurai Girl include Jake Stanton, Chen, Kai Tomura, and Hiro.

In what city does the majority of Samurai Girl take place?

The majority of Samurai Girl takes place in San Francisco.

What is Kai Tomura's occupation in Samurai Girl?

Kai Tomura is a Yakuza member in Samurai Girl.

Who is responsible for Heaven's father's death?

Jake Stanton is responsible for Heaven's father's death in Samurai Girl.

What are some of the themes present in Samurai Girl?

Some of the themes present in Samurai Girl include family, identity, power, and revenge.

What is the tone of Samurai Girl?

The tone of Samurai Girl is generally serious and dramatic.

Was Samurai Girl based on a book series?

Samurai Girl was based on a book series of the same name by Carrie Asai.

Who directed Samurai Girl?

The pilot episode of Samurai Girl was directed by Fred Olen Ray, and the remaining episodes were directed by David Straiton.

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Also known as

  • Fata samurai (Romania)

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