Masayo Banri - Actor Profile

Masayo Banri

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
50Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 29, 1937
Birth Place: China

About Masayo Banri

Masayo Banri was born on March 29, 1937 in China. She is an actress, known for The Tale of Zatoichi (1962), Onnakeizu (1962) and Zatoichi the Fugitive (1963).

Masayo Banri Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Masayo Banri reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 38% of Masayo Banri'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 Otoko to onna no sei no naka, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Masayo Banri Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Masayo Banri's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Masayo Banri has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1968 Lost Virgin Rumi Matsuo Hit Similar →
1968 Gambler's Farewell Akiko Super Hit Similar →
1967 Gambler's World 2 Omine Flop Similar →
1967 The Singing Gunman - Flop Similar →
1965 New Kurama Tengu: Gojozaka Duel - Average Similar →
1965 牝犬脱走 - Flop Similar →
1965 The Story of a Blind Woman - Flop Similar →
1964 Black Trump Card - Average Similar →
1963 Bronze Magician Сэнбо Hit Similar →
1963 Zatoichi the Fugitive Otane Hit Similar →
1963 The Third Shadow Warrior Kohagi Hit Similar →
1963 Assassins for sale - Hit Similar →
1962 Order of Yakuza - Super Hit Similar →
1962 The Tale of Zatoichi Continues Otane Hit Similar →
1962 Otoko to onna no sei no naka - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Destiny's Son Sayo Tadokoro Hit Similar →
1962 The Notorious Man's Return Oyuki Super Hit Similar →
1962 The Salaryman's Carefree Life: What a Relaxed Job This Is! - Flop Similar →
1962 B.G. monogatari: Ekinyūmon - Flop Similar →
1962 The Tale of Zatoichi Otane Hit Similar →
1962 Her Hidden Past Otsuta Hit Similar →
1962 誘拐 - Flop Similar →
1962 Keshin - Flop Similar →
1962 Jealousy Tsukie Hidaka Flop Similar →
1961 The Bride of Headless Island - Flop Similar →
1961 The Horizon Glitters - Flop Similar →
1960 凸凹珍道中 - Flop Similar →
1960 Five Violent Girls Nobuko Sugiyama Flop Similar →
1960 弥次喜多珍道中 中仙道の巻 - Flop Similar →
1960 This Is a Man's World Ranko Flop Similar →
1960 Cave Queens Emi Flop Similar →
1960 Queen Bee and College Boy Ryu Yutarô's Daughter Miyako Super Hit Similar →
1960 Ghost of the Pearl Divers Natsue Satomura Hit Similar →
1960 Supai to Teisô - Flop Similar →
1960 Women of Whirlpool Island Shima Shimamoto Average Similar →
1959 Tōkaidō yajikita chin dōchū Glamour Tengu Flop Similar →
1959 Kingorō no kaigun taishô - Flop Similar →
1959 Crazy Desire - Flop Similar →
1959 Haunted Cave Kayo Super Hit Similar →
1959 Judo Queen - Flop Similar →
1959 ワンマン今昔物語 - Flop Similar →
1959 Nude Woman and Murder Maze Kyoko Flop Similar →
1958 Ghost in the Regiment - Super Hit Similar →
1958 Underwater Murder Tomi Flop Similar →
1958 Star Poisoning Case - Flop Similar →
1958 Soldiers' Girls - Flop Similar →
1957 Queen of Asia - Super Hit Similar →
1957 Woman Diver's Terror - Flop Similar →
1957 The Ghost of Kasane - Hit Similar →
1956 Devil Princess’ Beauty Competition - Flop Similar →

Masayo Banri - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Masayo Banri?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Masayo Banri is "Otoko to onna no sei no naka" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Masayo Banri acted in?

Masayo Banri has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Masayo Banri?

Other notable films include "Gambler's Farewell", "Queen Bee and College Boy Ryu", and "Haunted Cave".

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