Minoru Shikata

Acting

Freshness: Mar 01, 2026

17Total Films

6.0 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Minoru Shikata reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Crime

The majority of Minoru Shikata's filmography leans towards the Crime genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Minoru Shikata remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Fight of the Gamblers, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Minoru Shikata Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Minoru Shikata's career based on audience ratings.

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Fight of the Gamblers (1963) movie poster

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Fight of the Gamblers: Ryuji Oshima, a gambler, kills Saiga in self-defense, and considering himself unfit to lead men, secludes himself in a t

Fight of the Gamblers

1963•Crime

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Covered Wagon: A Western-inspired film where a pair of traveling beekeepers odyssey by covered wagon from Kyushu, the southernmost of t

Covered Wagon

1960

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A Man With Dragon Tattoos (1962) movie poster

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A Man With Dragon Tattoos: In the late 1890s, coal is a precious new natural resource. During an era of rapid economic growth, dreams are instilled

A Man With Dragon Tattoos

1962•Crime

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Whirlwind Call the Storm - Ginza Hoodlum's Diary (1963) movie poster

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Whirlwind Call the Storm - Ginza Hoodlum's Diary: A kidnapping occurred over a seven-million-dollar diamond that was sewn into his stomach. Takuya Nikaido, the hero of Ka

Whirlwind Call the Storm - Ginza Hoodlum's Diary

1963•Action

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He's the Witness: Takuya witnesses the homicide of the detective leading an investigation into the murder of the chairman of the People’s

He's the Witness

1960•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Minoru Shikata.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1964	Black Strait	-	Flop	Similar →
1964	Ningen ni kakeruna	-	Flop	Similar →
1963	Fight of the Gamblers	-	Average	Similar →
1963	Whirlwind Call the Storm - Ginza Hoodlum's Diary	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	A Man With Dragon Tattoos	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Satsujin-sha o oe	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Jigoku no yoru wa makka da ze	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Song of a Traveller	-	Flop	Similar →
1961	Ore wa toppu-yada: kao no nai bijo	-	Flop	Similar →
1961	Yoru no chōsen-sha	-	Flop	Similar →
1960	Covered Wagon	-	Flop	Similar →
1960	Bet on a Seaside Romance	-	Flop	Similar →
1960	He's the Witness	-	Flop	Similar →
1960	The Devil's Sigh	-	Flop	Similar →
1959	Who is in the Background?	-	Flop	Similar →
1959	The Human Cyclone	-	Flop	Similar →
1958	I'll Kill the Women	-	Flop	Similar →

Minoru Shikata - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Minoru Shikata?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Minoru Shikata is "Fight of the Gamblers" with a rating of 6.0/10.

How many movies has Minoru Shikata acted in?

Minoru Shikata has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Minoru Shikata?

Other notable films include "Covered Wagon", "A Man With Dragon Tattoos", and "Whirlwind Call the Storm - Ginza Hoodlum's Diary".