Mikio Narita - Actor Profile

Mikio Narita

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 31, 1935
Birth Place: Sakata, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan

About Mikio Narita

Mikio Narita (成田三樹夫, Narita Mikio, 31 January 1935 – 9 April 1990) was a Japanese actor. He was most famous for playing villains. He often worked with Kinji Fukasaku. Narita graduated from Haiyuza Theatre Company acting school and joined Daiei Film. His career as a screen actor started in 1963. His film debut was the 1963 film Kōkō Sannensei. He gradually won fame by playing the role of the villains. In 1971, Narita left Daiei and became a freelance actor. As a freelance actor he appeared in many yakuza films produced by Toei film company. In Japan he is best known for his role in Tantei Monogatari (TV series). He is also well known for his part in Battles Without Honor and Humanity series. He also portrayed the evil character in Mito Kōmon (3rd season). He died of Linitis plastica on 9 April 1990. His final film role was in the 1990 film "Jipangu".

Mikio Narita Movies & Career Overview

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Mikio Narita'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 Blood Vendetta, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Mikio Narita Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Mikio Narita's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Mikio Narita has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1989 Yakuza Ladies 3 Ryukichi Terada Super Hit Similar →
1988 A Chaos of Flowers Harufusa Hatano Hit Similar →
1988 Bakayaro! I'm Plenty Mad Tadashi Okawa (Episode 3) Super Hit Similar →
1988 Break Out Toda Super Hit Similar →
1988 Those Swell Yakuza - Super Hit Similar →
1986 The Sea and Poison Shibata Hit Similar →
1986 Desperate Pursuit Head of Police Super Hit Similar →
1984 Appassionata - Super Hit Similar →
1983 Theater Of Life - Super Hit Similar →
1981 The Hidden Trail of the Beasts Nonoyama Super Hit Similar →
1980 映画村殺人事件 - Super Hit Similar →
1980 Tokugawa Ichizoku no Houkai - Super Hit Similar →
1979 Dead Angle - Super Hit Similar →
1979 Aftermath of Battles Without Honor and Humanity Takeshi Tsugawa Super Hit Similar →
1979 Down with The Big Boss - Super Hit Similar →
1978 The Truck Rascals Go to The North - Super Hit Similar →
1978 Tarao Bannai Goro Seo Super Hit Similar →
1978 Shogun's Samurai Ayamaro Karasumasu Hit Similar →
1977 Japanese Godfather: Ambition Seiji Kataoka Super Hit Similar →
1977 Double Suicide at Nishijin - Super Hit Similar →
1977 Japan's Don Seiji Kataoka Hit Similar →
1976 The Three Ginza Rascals - Super Hit Similar →
1976 The Great Okinawa Yakuza War Onaga Super Hit Similar →
1976 Operation Plazma in Osaka - Super Hit Similar →
1975 New Battles Without Honor and Humanity 2: Head of the Boss Shigehiko Aihara Hit Similar →
1975 Japan's Violent Archipelago: The Keihanshin Murder Corps - Super Hit Similar →
1974 Violent Fraternity - Super Hit Similar →
1974 The Viper Brothers: Up on 30 Charges - Super Hit Similar →
1973 Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Deadly Fight in Hiroshima Hiroshi Matsunaga Hit Similar →
1973 Battles Without Honor and Humanity - Hit Similar →
1972 Shadow Hunters 2: Echo of Destiny Gekko Super Hit Similar →
1972 Shadow Hunters Moonlight Hit Similar →
1971 Blood Vendetta Eikichi Mine Super Hit Similar →
1970 Step on the Gas! Sasori Super Hit Similar →
1970 Woman Boss - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Two Enemy Women Gamblers - Super Hit Similar →
1968 Champion Woman Gambler - Super Hit Similar →
1968 The Pit of Death Haruo Kuramoto Super Hit Similar →
1967 The Hoodlum Priest Kashiwa Shinjuro Hit Similar →
1967 Quick-Draw Dog - Super Hit Similar →
1966 Stray Dog - Hit Similar →
1966 You and I - Super Hit Similar →
1966 Freezing Point Murai Hit Similar →
1966 The Hoodlum Soldier Deserts Again - Super Hit Similar →
1965 Zero-Fighters - Hit Similar →
1965 Seisaku's Wife Chief Military Police Hit Similar →
1965 Hoodlum Soldier - Hit Similar →
1965 Young Boss Naojiro Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Enforcer - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Homeless Dog - Hit Similar →

Mikio Narita - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Mikio Narita?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mikio Narita is "Blood Vendetta" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Mikio Narita acted in?

Mikio Narita has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Mikio Narita?

Other notable films include "映画村殺人事件", "Two Enemy Women Gamblers", and "Desperate Pursuit".

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