Masataka Iwao - Actor Profile

Masataka Iwao

Acting
Updated: May 12, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 20, 1942
Birth Place: Wakayama Prefecture, Japan

Masataka Iwao Movies & Career Overview

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Masataka Iwao'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 映画村殺人事件, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Masataka Iwao Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Masataka Iwao's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Masataka Iwao has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1992 A Legend of Turmoil Katsuhiko Sugimoto Super Hit Similar →
1991 Yakuza Ladies Revisited Kazunari Hit Similar →
1987 Sure Death 4 - Hit Similar →
1983 Ryuji Sekiya Hit Similar →
1982 The Dropout - Hit Similar →
1981 The Blazing Valiant Hayashi Hit Similar →
1981 Roaring Fire Gondo Hit Similar →
1981 Baian the Assassin Genpachiro Isaka Super Hit Similar →
1981 Gate of Youth - Hit Similar →
1980 映画村殺人事件 - Super Hit Similar →
1979 Aftermath of Battles Without Honor and Humanity - Super Hit Similar →
1977 Japanese Godfather: Ambition Giichi Arahama Super Hit Similar →
1977 Doberman Cop Hostage Negotiator Nakatani Hit Similar →
1977 Japanese Humanity and Justice - Hit Similar →
1977 Hokuriku Proxy War - Hit Similar →
1977 Japan's Don - Hit Similar →
1976 The Yakuza Code Still Lives - Super Hit Similar →
1976 Yakuza Graveyard Masaharu Kusumoto Hit Similar →
1976 The Rugby Star - Super Hit Similar →
1976 A Savage Beast Goes Mad Kitamura Hit Similar →
1976 New Battles Without Honor and Humanity 3: Last Days of the Boss - Hit Similar →
1976 Operation Plazma in Osaka - Super Hit Similar →
1975 The Decisive Power of Aikido - Super Hit Similar →
1975 New Battles Without Honor and Humanity 2: Head of the Boss Prison Rapist Hit Similar →
1975 Company Buggers - Hit Similar →
1975 Gambling Den Heist Tsukasa Hit Similar →
1975 The Viper Brothers and the Young General - Super Hit Similar →
1974 The Rapacious Jailbreaker (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1974 Third Generation Boss - Super Hit Similar →
1974 Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Final Episode Genji Tsuneoka Hit Similar →
1974 The Karate Okura Super Hit Similar →
1974 Lone Wolf and Cub: White Heaven in Hell Yajuro Masaki Hit Similar →
1974 The Street Fighter Saga Hit Similar →
1974 Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Police Tactics Shuzo Yoshikura Hit Similar →
1973 Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Proxy War - Hit Similar →
1973 Dangerous Trade in Kobe - Hit Similar →
1973 Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Deadly Fight in Hiroshima Wada Hit Similar →
1973 Battles Without Honor and Humanity Kinagashi Hit Similar →
1972 Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart at the River Styx - Hit Similar →
1967 Eleven Samurai - Super Hit Similar →
1966 Judo vs. Karate - Hit Similar →
1966 Rub Out the Past - Super Hit Similar →
1966 Showdown of Men - Hit Similar →
1966 Tokijiro: Lone Yakuza - Hit Similar →
1965 Miyamoto Musashi V: Musashi vs Kojiro - Hit Similar →
1965 The Kingdom of Jirocho 4 - Super Hit Similar →
1965 The Third Contest - Hit Similar →
1965 Lord Tokugawa Ieyasu - Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Great Killing - Hit Similar →
1963 Duel of Blood and Sand - Super Hit Similar →

Masataka Iwao - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Masataka Iwao?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Masataka Iwao is "映画村殺人事件" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Masataka Iwao acted in?

Masataka Iwao has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Masataka Iwao?

Other notable films include "The Rugby Star", "The Karate", and "The Viper Brothers and the Young General".

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