Enlisted Yakuza(1968)

Enlisted Yakuza is the third film in the Gokudo series, set in 1937 Japan. Gang leader Shimamura finds his criminal life interrupted when he's drafted into the military and sent to fight in China. The film follows his transition from underworld boss to reluctant soldier, exploring the collision between yakuza code and military discipline during wartime. This installment blends action and dark comedy as Shimamura navigates an unfamiliar world of hierarchy and duty, far removed from the streets he once controlled. The story captures a unique moment in Japanese cinema where organized crime and imperial ambition intersect, offering both brutal combat sequences and moments of sardonic humor that define the Gokudo franchise's irreverent tone.