Shun Ueda - Actor Profile

Shun Ueda

Acting
Freshness: Jan 13, 2026
17Total Films
6.8 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 24, 1943
Birth Place: Shizuoka, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shun Ueda reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Shun Ueda'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shun Ueda remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Bullet Train, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Shun Ueda Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shun Ueda's career based on audience ratings.

★6.8
The Bullet Train (1975) movie poster
★6.8

The Bullet Train — A Japanese bullet train is threatened with a bomb that will explode automatically if the train slows below 80 km/h, unle

The Bullet Train

1975•Action
★6.7
Wandering Ginza Butterfly (1972) movie poster
★6.7

Wandering Ginza Butterfly — Gang leader Nami (cult film legend Meiko Kaji) kills a member of a yakuza group and goes away to prison. Upon her releas

Wandering Ginza Butterfly

1972•Action
★6.5
Circus Boys (1989) movie poster
★6.5

Circus Boys — Two brothers, Jinta and Wataru, are raised in a travelling circus. After an accident, Jinta decides to leave the circus

Circus Boys

1989•Drama
★6.3
Will to Live (1999) movie poster
★6.3

Will to Live — It is based on the story of The Ballad of Narayama updated to the present day, with the substitution of putting a parent

Will to Live

1999•Drama
★6.3
Flying at Ya', Android Kikaider (1973) movie poster
★6.3

Flying at Ya', Android Kikaider — A sinister organization launches a wave of audacious attacks in an attempt to gain world domination. Commanded by the ev

Flying at Ya', Android Kikaider

1973•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shun Ueda.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1999 Will to Live - Average Similar →
1997 THE REVENGE OF THE WOLVES - Flop Similar →
1989 Circus Boys Police officer Hit Similar →
1987 Gegege no Kitaro Yokai Kiden Mateki Elohim Essaim Nezumi Otoko Flop Similar →
1986 Be Free! Mr. Haguruma Flop Similar →
1984 Lone Wolf and Cub Monkey showman Kinpachi Flop Similar →
1981 A Samurai’s Lie: Beloved Wife - Flop Similar →
1978 New - No Longer Human - Flop Similar →
1975 The Bullet Train Shûichi Hirao Hit Similar →
1973 Flying at Ya', Android Kikaider Hattori 'Hanpen' Hanpei Average Similar →
1972 Delinquent Boss: Devour to the Bone - Flop Similar →
1972 Delinquent Boss: Alley Dog Commando - Average Similar →
1972 Wandering Ginza Butterfly - Hit Similar →
1971 Inn of Evil Senkichi Average Similar →
1971 King of Pornography - Average Similar →
1971 Detective Story: A Brother's Rule - Flop Similar →
1970 Hooligans on Buggies - Flop Similar →

Shun Ueda - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shun Ueda?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shun Ueda is "The Bullet Train" with a rating of 6.8/10.

How many movies has Shun Ueda acted in?

Shun Ueda has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shun Ueda?

Other notable films include "Wandering Ginza Butterfly", "Circus Boys", and "Will to Live".