I. George
ActingAbout I. George
I. George (born Joji Ishimatsu) is a Japanese singer born in Hong Kong on September 27, 1933. His father is Japanese and his mother is Spanish Filipino. In 1959, he became an exclusive singer of 'Club Arrow', the biggest nightclub in Osaka. In December 1959, he became an undercard singer of Trío los Panchos Japanese performances and debuted as Ai Joji. From October 8th to 10th in 1963 he performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City making him the first Japanese performer to sing at the venue. He was in a number of Toei and Nikkatsu films in the 1960s.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of I. George reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of I. George's filmography leans towards the Action genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), I. George remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in League of Gangsters, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best I. George Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from I. George's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of I. George.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | The Second Love | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Akumyo: Notorious Dragon | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Prison Release Loyalty Offering | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Greatest Boss of the Showa Era | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Code of Ruffians | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Prison Walls of Abashiri, Part 2 | Ôtsuki | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Ankoku gai jingi | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | For Love and Money | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | League of Gangsters | George | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Futari dake no toride | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Kizu-darake no futeki-sha | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Eleven Gangsters | George | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Glass-Hearted Johnny | Koji Akimoto | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | I. George monogatari taiyō no ko | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Nihon no yoru | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Kono ni uruwashi | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | A Country Boss | - | Flop | Similar → |
I. George - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of I. George?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring I. George is "League of Gangsters" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has I. George acted in?
I. George has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by I. George?
Other notable films include "Prison Walls of Abashiri, Part 2", "The Second Love", and "Code of Ruffians".