Ken Kaneko - Actor Profile

Ken Kaneko

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
31Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 19, 1976
Birth Place: Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

About Ken Kaneko

Ken Kaneko is a Japanese actor, TV personality and former mixed martial artist. Kaneko is best known for his role in the Takeshi Kitano film Kids Return (1996), in which he and Masanobu Ando portrayed a couple of high school dropouts trying to find purpose and direction in life. Kaneko is also notable for Himitsu (1999), Rescue Wings (2008) and Blade of the Immortal (2017). He was also a mixed martial artist in the Welterweight division and fought Charles Bennet in Pride FC Shockwave 2005.

Ken Kaneko Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Ken Kaneko reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 31 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 29% of Ken Kaneko'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 Rescue Wings, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Ken Kaneko Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ken Kaneko's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Ken Kaneko has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2017 Blade of the Immortal Hishiyasu Shido Hit Similar →
2013 Loser 2 - Flop Similar →
2013 Lion's Revenge - Flop Similar →
2013 Bloody Vengeance - Flop Similar →
2013 Hyena - Flop Similar →
2013 Loser - Flop Similar →
2013 Savage Chivalry - Flop Similar →
2013 Strawberry Night Yoshinori Kawakami Hit Similar →
2008 Rescue Wings - Super Hit Similar →
2008 Nagai Nagai Satsujin - Hit Similar →
2007 Bizan - Average Similar →
2007 セレンディップの奇跡 - Flop Similar →
2005 Pride Shockwave 2005 Self Average Similar →
2004 ペルソナの微笑 - Flop Similar →
2003 第三の時効 - Flop Similar →
2001 TOKYO G.P. - Flop Similar →
2000 Shin Gonin Togo Flop Similar →
2000 Shin Gonin 2 Togo Flop Similar →
1999 Le Secret 梶川文也 Flop Similar →
1999 Secret Fumio Kajikawa Hit Similar →
1999 Danger de mort - Flop Similar →
1998 Free and Easy 10 - Hit Similar →
1998 Ando Gumi Gaiden Genealogy of the Group Wolf 2 - Flop Similar →
1997 End of Our Own Real - Flop Similar →
1997 Black Market Emperor: Silver and Gold 7 - Underworld Horse Racing Hell Ryohei Kawamatsu Flop Similar →
1997 Account of the Ando Gang: Tale of a Scarface - Hit Similar →
1997 Black Market Emperor: Silver and Gold 6 - Trap of Fear Ryohei Kawamatsu Flop Similar →
1996 Making-of Kids Return Himself Hit Similar →
1996 Kids Return Masaru Hit Similar →
1996 Ando Gumi Gaiden Genealogy of the Group Wolf - Flop Similar →
1995 The Girl of Silence Shizuo Average Similar →

Ken Kaneko - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ken Kaneko?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ken Kaneko is "Rescue Wings" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Ken Kaneko acted in?

Ken Kaneko has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ken Kaneko?

Other notable films include "Free and Easy 10", "Kids Return", and "Secret".

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