Akira Nogami - Actor Profile

Akira Nogami

Acting
Updated: May 14, 2026
24Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 13, 1966
Birth Place: Narashino, Chiba, Japan

About Akira Nogami

Akira Nogami (野上 彰, Nogami Akira, born March 13, 1966 in Narashino, Chiba) is a Japanese professional wrestler and actor, currently working as Akira (occasionally stylised in all-capitals). He has also worked as a trainer.

Known For: ActingIndustry Veteran

Akira Nogami Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Akira Nogami reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 24 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 13% of Akira Nogami'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 Becoming the Best in the World: Bryan Danielson, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Akira Nogami Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Akira Nogami's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Becoming the Best in the World: Bryan Danielson (2013) movie poster
★10.0

Becoming the Best in the World: Bryan Danielson: Widely regarded as the best wrestler in the world today, Bryan Danielson is a master of his craft. His rise to the top o

Becoming the Best in the World: Bryan Danielson

2013
★10.0
WCW/New Japan Supershow III (1993) movie poster
★10.0

WCW/New Japan Supershow III: WCW/New Japan Supershow III (known as Fantastic Story in Tokyo Dome in Japan) took place on January 4, 1993 from the Tok

WCW/New Japan Supershow III

1993•Action
★7.0
DDT Mega Max Bump 2022 in Yokohama (2022) movie poster
★7.0

DDT Mega Max Bump 2022 in Yokohama: Mega Max Bump 2022 in Yokohama was a professional wrestling event promoted by DDT Pro-Wrestling, which was held on May 1

DDT Mega Max Bump 2022 in Yokohama

2022•Action
★6.3
Zero Woman Returns (1999) movie poster
★6.3

Zero Woman Returns: Rei, whose undercover role is so guarded that there is no written record of her identity, is well known for her accuracy

Zero Woman Returns

1999•Action
★5.5
The Calamari Wrestler (2004) movie poster
★5.5

The Calamari Wrestler: This wild comedy pokes fun at the world of pro-wrestling by placing its accomplished wrestler protagonist Koji Taguchi a

The Calamari Wrestler

2004•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie Akira Nogami has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 NOAH: Wrestle Magic 2024 AKIRA Flop Similar →
2023 NOAH: Great Muta Final "BYE-BYE" AKIRA Flop Similar →
2022 DDT Mega Max Bump 2022 in Yokohama AKIRA Hit Similar →
2013 Becoming the Best in the World: Bryan Danielson AKIRA Super Hit Similar →
2010 NJPW G1 Climax 20: Day 8 (Final) AKIRA Flop Similar →
2010 NJPW Dominion 6.19 Akira Flop Similar →
2009 NJPW Destruction 2009 AKIRA Flop Similar →
2008 NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 2 AKIRA Flop Similar →
2005 AJPW Realize AKIRA Flop Similar →
2004 The Calamari Wrestler The Octopus Wrestler Average Similar →
2003 NJPW Best Of The Super Junior X - Finals AKIRA Flop Similar →
2001 Kamen Rider Kuuga: Good Job Xu·Zain·Da Average Similar →
1999 Zero Woman Returns - Average Similar →
1996 NJPW Battle Formation '96 - Flop Similar →
1995 NJPW Wrestling Dontaku 1995 - Flop Similar →
1994 NJPW V-Mania Vol. 3 - Flop Similar →
1993 NJPW Wrestling Dontaku 1993 - Flop Similar →
1993 NJPW Hyper Battle 1993 - Day 11 - Flop Similar →
1993 WCW/New Japan Supershow III Himself Super Hit Similar →
1992 NJPW Battle Zone Space II - Flop Similar →
1992 WCW Clash of The Champions XIX Himself Flop Similar →
1992 WCW/New Japan Supershow II Akira Nogami Flop Similar →
1991 WCW/New Japan Supershow: Rumble in The Rising Sun Himself Flop Similar →
1990 WWF/AJPW/NJPW Wrestling Summit - Flop Similar →

Akira Nogami - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Akira Nogami?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Akira Nogami is "Becoming the Best in the World: Bryan Danielson" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Akira Nogami acted in?

Akira Nogami has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Akira Nogami?

Other notable films include "WCW/New Japan Supershow III", "DDT Mega Max Bump 2022 in Yokohama", and "Zero Woman Returns".

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