
NAOTO
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Kataoka Naoto (片岡直人), better known by his stage names NAOTO and EXILE NAOTO, is a performer and actor. He's a member of the group EXILE, one of the leaders of the group Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS and leader of the hip-hop unit HONEST BOYZ®. He was also a member of J Soul Brothers' second generation Nidaime J Soul Brothers until they migrated to EXILE in 2009. In 2010, he became the leader of the newly-formed J Soul Brothers III. During Apr 2013, he played the role of Tomonori Kashiwagi in Fuji TV drama Last Cinderella. In the Tokyo TV drama Night Hero NAOTO that aired the same month, NAOTO played himself in his first leading role. His movie Dancing Mary is set to be released in 2020 and made its world premiere at the 2019 Sitges Film Festival.
Best NAOTO Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from NAOTO's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of NAOTO.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Food Luck! | Yoshito Sato | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Dancing Mary | Kenji | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | HiGH&LOW The Mighty Warriors | Jesse | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Ghost in the Shell: The New Movie | Osamu Fujimoto (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Blossoms Bloom | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | EXILE LIVE TOUR 2013 “EXILE PRIDE” | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | EXILE TRIBE LIVE TOUR 2012 ~TOWER OF WISH~ | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | EXILE LIVE TOUR 2011 TOWER OF WISH ~願いの塔~ | - | Flop | Similar → |
NAOTO - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of NAOTO?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring NAOTO is "Blossoms Bloom" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has NAOTO acted in?
NAOTO has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by NAOTO?
Other notable films include "Dancing Mary", "Ghost in the Shell: The New Movie", and "HiGH&LOW The Mighty Warriors".




