Akihiko Hirata - Actor Profile

Akihiko Hirata

Acting
Updated: May 14, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 26, 1927
Birth Place: 日本, 東京都

About Akihiko Hirata

Akihiko Hirata (born Hirata Akihiko; 26 December 1927–25 July 1984) was a Japanese film actor. While Hirata starred in many movies (including Hiroshi Inagaki's Samurai trilogy), he is most well known for his work in the kaiju genre, including such films as King Kong vs. Godzilla, The Mysterians, and his most famous role of Dr. Daisuke Serizawa, the brilliant but disturbed young scientist in the original Godzilla, released in 1954. Hirata died after a long battle with lung cancer in 1984, at age 56.

Akihiko Hirata Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Akihiko Hirata reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Akihiko Hirata's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Akihiko Hirata's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Youth Season, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Akihiko Hirata Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Akihiko Hirata's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Akihiko Hirata has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1995 Godzilla vs. Destoroyah Dr. Daisuke Serizawa (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
1977 Bloodthirsty Hawk Doctor Jia (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1977 Tora-san Meets His Lordship - Super Hit Similar →
1974 The Family - Super Hit Similar →
1970 Crazy Violence at Shimizu Harbor - Super Hit Similar →
1969 The Great Japanese Pick-Pocket Club Furansu Super Hit Similar →
1968 Young Challengers Asakawa Super Hit Similar →
1968 Admiral Yamamoto Staff Officer Watanabe Super Hit Similar →
1967 Kojiro - Super Hit Similar →
1967 The Killing Bottle Man With Turkish Hat Super Hit Similar →
1966 The Mad Atlantic Nozaki Super Hit Similar →
1965 The Retreat from Kiska Dr. Kudo Super Hit Similar →
1965 風来忍法帖 - Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Rabble - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Legend of the Irresponsible Hero - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Ant Hell War - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Tiger Flight - Super Hit Similar →
1963 Sensation Seekers - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Youth Season - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Sanjuro Samurai Super Hit Similar →
1961 Kill the Killer! Otaki (President of Otaki Construction) Super Hit Similar →
1961 Challenge to Live - Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Merciless Trap - Super Hit Similar →
1960 University Bandits - Super Hit Similar →
1959 Submarine I-57 Will Not Surrender - Super Hit Similar →
1959 I Want to Be a Shellfish - Super Hit Similar →
1959 3 Dolls in College Iwafune Super Hit Similar →
1958 Female Detective Story: S.O.S Woman - Super Hit Similar →
1958 Holiday in Tokyo Journalist Super Hit Similar →
1957 Zokuzoku Ôban: Dotô hen Arishima Super Hit Similar →
1957 Geisha in the Old City Sashichi Super Hit Similar →
1957 A Farewell to the Woman Called My Sister - Super Hit Similar →
1957 Zoku Ôban: Fûun hen Count Arishima Super Hit Similar →
1957 Last Days of the Samurai - Super Hit Similar →
1957 A Rainbow Plays in My Heart: Part 2 Tokuoka Super Hit Similar →
1957 A Teapicker's Song of Goodbye - Super Hit Similar →
1957 The Lonely Swordsman (Part 2) - Super Hit Similar →
1957 Godzilla, the Monster of the Pacific Ocean Dr. Serizawa Super Hit Similar →
1957 Ôban - Super Hit Similar →
1956 A Brother and His Sister Michio Super Hit Similar →
1956 Three Generations of Company Presidents - Super Hit Similar →
1956 Rainy Night Duel Shunsuke Iba Super Hit Similar →
1955 The Lone Journey Horikoshi no Masakichi Super Hit Similar →
1955 No Response from Car 33 - Super Hit Similar →
1954 Godzilla Daisuke Serizawa Super Hit Similar →
1954 Itsuko to sono haha Kozo Miyoshi Super Hit Similar →
1954 Farewell Rabaul First lieutenant Noguchi Super Hit Similar →
1953 Even The Mighty Shed Tears Ryusaku Nishikawa Super Hit Similar →
1953 Girls in the Orchard - Super Hit Similar →
1953 The Last Embrace Yamaoka (Sandaime) Super Hit Similar →

Akihiko Hirata - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Akihiko Hirata?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Akihiko Hirata is "Youth Season" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Akihiko Hirata acted in?

Akihiko Hirata has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Akihiko Hirata?

Other notable films include "Geisha in the Old City", "Crazy Violence at Shimizu Harbor", and "The Last Embrace".

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