Hitoshi Ueki - Actor Profile

Hitoshi Ueki

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 25, 1926
Birth Place: Aichi, Japan

About Hitoshi Ueki

Hitoshi Ueki (植木 等, Ueki Hitoshi, December 25, 1926 – March 27, 2007) was a Japanese actor, comedian, singer, and guitarist. He won six awards for acting. His film credits stretch from 1960 to 1995. Ueki came to fame through the comic jazz-band The Crazy Cats led by Hajime Hana. His major appearances were in the Musekinin Otoko film series, the comedy variety show Shabondama Holiday, the prime-time television series The Hangman, and the ten 2-hour television shows in the Nagoya Yomeiri Monogatari franchise. He appeared in the Akira Kurosawa epic jidaigeki film Ran, and received a nomination for the Japan Academy Prize for Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role.

Hitoshi Ueki Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Hitoshi Ueki 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 Hitoshi Ueki's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 96% of Hitoshi Ueki'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 Hitoshi Ueki Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Hitoshi Ueki's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Hitoshi Ueki has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2007 Maiko Haaaan!!! - Hit Similar →
1995 Goodbye for Tomorrow Yaichiro Kanazawa Super Hit Similar →
1990 Roar of the Crowd - Super Hit Similar →
1988 Kaisha monogatari: Memories of You Kamikihara Average Similar →
1987 Guys Who Never Learn - Super Hit Similar →
1986 愛しのチィパッパ 中原修三 Super Hit Similar →
1986 Big Joys, Small Sorrows - Hit Similar →
1985 Congratulatory Speech Ichiro Harada Hit Similar →
1985 I Go to Tokyo - Average Similar →
1985 Ran Nobuhiro Fujimaki Super Hit Similar →
1984 The Crazy Family Yasukune Kobayashi Hit Similar →
1981 Completely... With That Air! - Hit Similar →
1971 Japan's No. 1 Shocked Man Nippon Ichi Super Hit Similar →
1971 I'll Be Deceived Ryotaru Iga Super Hit Similar →
1970 Japan's No. 1 Mischievous Man Japan Hyosuke Super Hit Similar →
1970 Japan's No. 1 Yakuza Man - Super Hit Similar →
1970 Crazy Violence at Shimizu Harbor - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Japan's No. 1 Disconnected Man Ichiro Nihon Hit Similar →
1969 Crazy Big Explosion - Hit Similar →
1969 Crazy Big Discovery Hiroshi Uemura Super Hit Similar →
1968 Japan's No. 1 Traitor - Super Hit Similar →
1968 Mexican Free-for-All Susumu Sakemori Super Hit Similar →
1967 Japan's No. 1 Best Man - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Monsieur Zivaco - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Las Vegas Free-For-All Shinran Machida Super Hit Similar →
1967 Industrial Spy Free-for-All - Super Hit Similar →
1966 The Craziest Operation - Super Hit Similar →
1966 The Man from Planet Alpha - Super Hit Similar →
1966 Japan's No. 1 Reckless Man - Hit Similar →
1966 The Boss of Pick-Pocket Bay Sangoro Hit Similar →
1965 The Crazy Adventure Uematsu Hit Similar →
1965 Japan's No. 1 Sesame Paste Man - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Irresponsible Life in Edo Japan - Hit Similar →
1964 The Sandal Keeper - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Legend of the Irresponsible Hero - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Japan's No. 1 Braggart Hitoshi Hajime Super Hit Similar →
1964 You Can Succeed, Too A salaryman (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1964 Youth Season Continued Barber Customer Hit Similar →
1963 Crazy Cats Go to Hong Kong - Super Hit Similar →
1963 Crazy Operation: Drop Dead! Irresponsibility - Super Hit Similar →
1963 Japan's No. 1 Playboy Hikari Super Hit Similar →
1963 Crazy Operation: First Move - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Irresponsible Rascal of Japan - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Youth Season - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Let's Meet in Our Dreams - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Me and Me - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Irresponsible Age of Japan Hitoshi Taira Super Hit Similar →
1962 Ika naru hoshi no moto ni - Hit Similar →
1962 Kureji no Hanayome to Shichinin no Nakama - Hit Similar →
1960 The Woman Who Touched Legs - Hit Similar →

Hitoshi Ueki - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Hitoshi Ueki?

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

How many movies has Hitoshi Ueki acted in?

Hitoshi Ueki has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Hitoshi Ueki?

Other notable films include "Roar of the Crowd", "The Craziest Operation", and "Crazy Violence at Shimizu Harbor".

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