The Giants
The Giants

The Giants

July 01, 2021 | 0 min

We follow the epic lives of sumo legends who made it from humble beginnings in Hawaii, to becoming the first foreigners to rise to the highest ranks in sumo. Starting with Takamiyama who paved the path for Konishiki, Akebono, and Musashimaru who soon followed and ignited sumo fandom around the world. As diplomats for the sport and Japanese culture, these 600 pound outsiders share their hero’s journey from a small Hawaiian village, to having God-like adulation from fans across the world.

Genres

Documentary

Cast

Naomi Scott

Konishiki

Naomi Scott

Takamiyama

Naomi Scott

Akebono

Naomi Scott

Musashimaru

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