Kenta Kobayashi - Actor Profile

Kenta Kobayashi

Acting
Updated: May 12, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 12, 1981
Birth Place: Sōka, Saitama, Japan

About Kenta Kobayashi

Kenta Kobayashi (born March 12, 1981), better known by his ring name KENTA, is a Japanese professional wrestler and former mixed martial artist. He is currently signed to Pro Wrestling NOAH, where he original debuted in 2000 and is a former two-time GHC Heavyweight Champion, three-time GHC Junior Heavyweight Champion, one-time GHC Tag Team Champion and three-time GHC Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champion. Between 2014 and 2019, he worked for American promotion WWE under the name Hideo Itami. After leaving WWE, he signed with New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), becoming a one-time NEVER Openweight Champion, two-time IWGP Tag Team Champion and one-time IWGP United States Heavyweight Champion, before returning to NOAH in 2025.

Kenta Kobayashi Movies & Career Overview

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Kenta Kobayashi'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 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 19 (Final), which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Kenta Kobayashi Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kenta Kobayashi's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Kenta Kobayashi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 19 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2023 NJPW G1 Climax 33: Day 13 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2023 NJPW G1 Climax 33: Day 11 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2023 NJPW G1 Climax 33: Day 1 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2021 AEW Beach Break Kenta Super Hit Similar →
2021 NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 15: Night 1 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2020 NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 14: Night 2 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2020 NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 14: Night 1 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW Destruction in Kobe 2019 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW: Royal Quest KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 19 (Final) KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 18 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 17 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 16 Kenta Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 15 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 14 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 13 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 12 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 11 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 10 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 9 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 8 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 7 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 6 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 5 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 4 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 3 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 2 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2019 NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 1 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2018 NOAH: Naomichi Marufuji 20th Anniversary Show Hideo Itami Super Hit Similar →
2017 NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III Hideo Itami Super Hit Similar →
2017 WWE NXT Takeover: Chicago Hideo Itami Super Hit Similar →
2015 NXT TakeOver: Unstoppable Hideo Itami Super Hit Similar →
2015 WWE WrestleMania 31 Hideo Itami Super Hit Similar →
2015 ROH: Year 5 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2014 NXT TakeOver: R-Evolution Hideo Itami Super Hit Similar →
2014 NXT TakeOver: Fatal 4-Way Hideo Itami Super Hit Similar →
2014 ROH: Year Four KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2013 Bryan Danielson: World Champion KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2013 Nigel McGuinness: In It to Win It KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2013 Danielson vs The World KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2013 ROH: Top 100 Matches, Vol 2 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2013 ROH: Top 100 Matches, Vol 1 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2012 Danielson vs McGuinness KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2012 Chris Hero: Ring of Hero KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2012 ROH: Japan's Finest KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2012 KENTA: Go 2 Sleep KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2011 The Briscoe Brothers: The Baddest Tag Team on the Planet KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2005 NOAH: 3rd Great Voyage 2005 KENTA Super Hit Similar →
2005 NOAH: Destiny 2005 KENTA Super Hit Similar →

Kenta Kobayashi - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kenta Kobayashi?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kenta Kobayashi is "NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 19 (Final)" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Kenta Kobayashi acted in?

Kenta Kobayashi has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kenta Kobayashi?

Other notable films include "NJPW G1 Climax 29: Day 17", "Nigel McGuinness: In It to Win It", and "ROH: Year Four".

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