Ernest Harada - Actor Profile

Ernest Harada

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
18Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 20, 1937
Birth Place: Honolulu, Hawaii, USA

Ernest Harada Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Ernest Harada reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 28% of Ernest Harada'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 Pacific Overtures, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Ernest Harada Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ernest Harada's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0
Pacific Overtures (1976) movie poster
★9.0

Pacific Overtures: In 1853 Japan, the story follows the Westernization of Japan, mainly through the story of Kayama, a samurai, and Manjiro

Pacific Overtures

1976•Music
★8.0
Midas Valley (1985) movie poster
★8.0

Midas Valley: Set in Silicon Valley, California, follows the lives of a group of people involved in the competitive world of computer

Midas Valley

1985•Drama
★8.0
A Few Days at Weasel Creek (1981) movie poster
★8.0

A Few Days at Weasel Creek: Serio-comic road movie about a feisty girl who sets out for California and hitches a ride for herself and her house trai

A Few Days at Weasel Creek

1981•Drama
★7.0
Pleasure Cove (1979) movie poster
★7.0

Pleasure Cove: The story of a posh seaside vacation resort, and the lives and adventures of its guests and staff.

Pleasure Cove

1979•Drama
★6.8
Death Becomes Her (1992) movie poster
★6.8

Death Becomes Her: Madeline is married to Ernest, who was once her arch-rival Helen's fiancé. After recovering from a mental breakdown, Hel

Death Becomes Her

1992•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie Ernest Harada has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1992 Death Becomes Her Coroner Hit Similar →
1989 Wicked Stepmother Nukomoto Flop Similar →
1987 Blind Date Japanese Gardner Average Similar →
1985 Volunteers Chung Mee Average Similar →
1985 Midas Valley - Super Hit Similar →
1984 The Woman in Red Doorman Average Similar →
1984 Dreamscape Gardener Average Similar →
1983 Blue Thunder John Average Similar →
1982 I, the Jury Chef Average Similar →
1981 A Few Days at Weasel Creek Papa Tourist Super Hit Similar →
1980 Hito Hata: Raise the Banner J.E. Yamaguchi Flop Similar →
1979 Anatomy of a Seduction Allan Average Similar →
1979 Pleasure Cove Osaki Hit Similar →
1977 Code Name: Diamond Head Hero Yamamoto Flop Similar →
1976 Pacific Overtures Physician/Madam/British Admiral Super Hit Similar →
1974 Earthquake Seismologist (uncredited) Average Similar →
1973 The Return of Charlie Chan Oliver Chan Flop Similar →
1967 Valley of the Dolls Lyon's Houseboy (uncredited) Average Similar →

Ernest Harada - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ernest Harada?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ernest Harada is "Pacific Overtures" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Ernest Harada acted in?

Ernest Harada has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ernest Harada?

Other notable films include "Midas Valley", "A Few Days at Weasel Creek", and "Pleasure Cove".

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