Japanese movie icon Hiroyuki Sanada is about to get Lost after landing a leading role in the final season of the hit desert island drama.

The Last Samurai star will join the castaways for the sixth and final season of the show next year.

Lost bosses have refused to discuss Sanada's character, but EW.com reports it will be a "significant recurring" role.

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