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Akira Kishii

Acting
Freshness: Jan 13, 2026
50Total Films
8.3 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 13, 1910
Birth Place: Kyobashi, Chuo, Tokyo, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Akira Kishii reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Akira Kishii's filmography leans towards the Drama 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), Akira Kishii remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Lord Mito: All Star Version, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Akira Kishii Movies Ranked

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

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Akira Kishii.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1960 Lord Mito: All Star Version - Super Hit Similar →
1960 Hanjiro of Kusama: Bird of Passage - Average Similar →
1960 Hibari’s Favorite 2 - Flop Similar →
1960 The Chivalrous Youth of Great Edo - Flop Similar →
1959 Four Hours of Terror Sumo wrestler Average Similar →
1959 Tokyo Detective Girl - Flop Similar →
1959 Souls in the Moonlight III Yohachi Hit Similar →
1959 The Happy Family - Flop Similar →
1959 Diary of a Wandering Lord - Flop Similar →
1958 Roughneck From Asama - Hit Similar →
1958 With Songs in My Heart - Flop Similar →
1958 First Love of Okon - Flop Similar →
1958 Souls in the Moonlight II Yohachi Hit Similar →
1958 The Scarlet Cherry Lord - Super Hit Similar →
1957 Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja Gonkuro Super Hit Similar →
1957 Case of a Young Lord 6: Mermaid Murder Case - Flop Similar →
1957 Souls in the Moonlight - Average Similar →
1957 Lovestruck Ronin - Flop Similar →
1957 Cantankerous Edo - Average Similar →
1956 神変美女桜 - Flop Similar →
1956 Excursion to Treasure Isle - Flop Similar →
1954 Bored Hatamoto: The Mysterious Phantom Mansion - Flop Similar →
1954 爆笑天国 とんち教室 - Flop Similar →
1954 The Crimson Peacock - Flop Similar →
1954 Sanada Ten Braves - Flop Similar →
1953 Merciless Blade Part 3 - Flop Similar →
1953 Merciless Blade Part 2 - Flop Similar →
1953 Merciless Blade - Flop Similar →
1953 親馬鹿花合戦 - Flop Similar →
1951 The Singing Baseball Kid - Flop Similar →
1950 Kagebōshi 仙太 Flop Similar →
1949 Ginza Cancan Girls - Flop Similar →
1949 Odoru ryûgûjô Turtle Flop Similar →
1948 Yūkyō no mure - Flop Similar →
1947 聟入り豪華船 - Flop Similar →
1946 Yoki na onna - Flop Similar →
1945 Tokkan ekichô - Flop Similar →
1945 Until Victory Day - Flop Similar →
1945 The Admirable Isshin Tasuke! - Flop Similar →
1943 音楽大進軍 Shinroku Akaiwa Flop Similar →
1941 Kodakara fūfu - Flop Similar →
1940 The Monkey King Cho Hakkai Flop Similar →
1940 Toyuki Showa Kinema Cinematographer Flop Similar →
1940 Hikari to kage (Zenpen) - Flop Similar →
1940 Hikari to kage (Kōhen) - Flop Similar →
1939 Shinpen Tange Sazen: Sekigan no maki Hanakichi Teshiro Flop Similar →
1937 Ushidure Express Gorosuke Flop Similar →
1937 The Kingdom of Spectacles - Flop Similar →
1935 Three Sisters with Maiden Hearts Kyaku - the Guest Average Similar →
1932 Daughter and Springtime - Flop Similar →

Akira Kishii - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Akira Kishii?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Akira Kishii is "Lord Mito: All Star Version" with a rating of 8.3/10.

How many movies has Akira Kishii acted in?

Akira Kishii has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Akira Kishii?

Other notable films include "Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja", "The Scarlet Cherry Lord", and "Roughneck From Asama".