Kazuhiro Hayashi - Actor Profile

Kazuhiro Hayashi

Acting
32Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 18, 1973
Birth Place: Setagaya, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

About Kazuhiro Hayashi

Kazuhiro Hayashi (林 和広, Hayashi Kazuhiro) is a Japanese professional wrestler known simply as Kaz Hayashi (カズ・ハヤシ, Kazu Hayashi). He is best known for his work in All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW), where in addition to being a wrestler for the promotion, he also served as the head booker for the company's junior heavyweight division. After leaving AJPW in 2013, Hayashi competed for Wrestle-1, where he also worked as a trainer. In April 2017, Hayashi took over as the new president of Wrestle-1, remaining in the position until the promotion's closure in 2020; he was also the promotion's final champion of the Wrestle-1 Championship.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kazuhiro Hayashi reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 32 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Action

The majority of Kazuhiro Hayashi's filmography leans towards the Action 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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kazuhiro Hayashi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in ROH: Year Two, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Kazuhiro Hayashi Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kazuhiro Hayashi's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kazuhiro Hayashi.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 JTO TAKA Michinoku Debut 30th Anniversary: TAKATaichiDespeMania Kaz Hayashi Flop Similar →
2019 WrestleCade Supershow 2019 - Flop Similar →
2018 WRESTLE-1 TOUR 2018 SHINING WINTER 12.26 Korakuen Hall - Flop Similar →
2015 The Very Best of WCW Monday Nitro Vol.3 Himself Flop Similar →
2014 TNA Bound For Glory 2014 Kaz Hayashi Flop Similar →
2014 TNA One Night Only: Global IMPACT Japan 2014 Kaz Hayashi Flop Similar →
2014 WCW'S Greatest Pay-Per-View Matches Volume 1 Himself Flop Similar →
2013 Wrestle-1 Raising An Army Tour - Day 1 - Flop Similar →
2012 ROH: Year Two Himself Super Hit Similar →
2012 WWE: Starrcade - The Essential Collection Himself Flop Similar →
2011 The Ladder Match 2: Crash & Burn Himself Super Hit Similar →
2011 The Very Best of WCW Monday Nitro Vol.1 Himself Super Hit Similar →
2009 PWG Sells Out: Volume 2 Himself Super Hit Similar →
2007 WWE: The Ladder Match Himself Super Hit Similar →
2007 PWG: All Star Weekend V - Night Two Himself Flop Similar →
2007 PWG: All Star Weekend V - Night One Self Flop Similar →
2007 NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 1 Kaz Hayashi Flop Similar →
2007 PWG Sells Out: Volume 1 Himself Super Hit Similar →
2005 AJPW Realize - Flop Similar →
2004 HUSTLE-3 - Flop Similar →
2003 ROH Final Battle 2003 - Flop Similar →
2003 AJPW Road To Re-BirthxRe-Verse 2003 - Day 11: 31st Anniversary Kaz Hayashi Flop Similar →
2003 AJPW: 2ND WRESTLE-1 - Flop Similar →
2001 WCW SuperBrawl Revenge Himself Flop Similar →
2001 WCW Sin Kaz Hayashi Flop Similar →
2000 WCW Starrcade 2000 Kaz Hayashi Flop Similar →
2000 WCW Mayhem 2000 Himself Flop Similar →
2000 WCW New Blood Rising Kaz Hayashi Hit Similar →
1999 WCW Fall Brawl 1999 Kaz Hayashi Flop Similar →
1998 WCW World War 3 1998 Himself Flop Similar →
1996 Michinoku Pro 3rd Anniversary: These Days Shiryu Super Hit Similar →
1994 AJW Big Egg Wrestling Universe - Super Hit Similar →

Kazuhiro Hayashi - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kazuhiro Hayashi?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kazuhiro Hayashi is "ROH: Year Two" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Kazuhiro Hayashi acted in?

Kazuhiro Hayashi has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kazuhiro Hayashi?

Other notable films include "PWG Sells Out: Volume 1", "PWG Sells Out: Volume 2", and "Michinoku Pro 3rd Anniversary: These Days".