Issei Sagawa

Acting

Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

17Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Born: Apr 26, 1949

Birth Place: Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Issei Sagawa 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: Documentary

The majority of Issei Sagawa's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Issei Sagawa remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Wendigo, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Issei Sagawa Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Issei Sagawa's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0

Wendigo —

Wendigo

★6.8

The Cannibal That Walked Free (2007) movie poster

★6.8

The Cannibal That Walked Free — The Cannibal that Walked Free (also known as Cannibal Superstar ) is a British documentary produced by Visual Voodoo for

The Cannibal That Walked Free

2007•Documentary

★6.3

★6.3

Soft Skin — Minako, a Tokyo housewife, is depressed that everyone has an active life outside the home except her. Taking her inspira

Soft Skin

1998•Thriller

★6.0

Issei Sagawa: Excuse Me For Living (1993) movie poster

★6.0

Issei Sagawa: Excuse Me For Living — A filmed biography of Issei Sagawa, the Japanese student who shot his Dutch girlfriend, cut her up with a meat carver an

Issei Sagawa: Excuse Me For Living

1993•Documentary

★5.6

★5.6

Caniba — Caniba is a fresco about flesh and desire. It reflects on the discomfiting significance of cannibalism in human existenc

Caniba

2017•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Issei Sagawa.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	8mm, archives des Sagawa, montées	Himself	Flop	Similar →
2017	Caniba	Himself	Average	Similar →
2017	Commensal	-	Flop	Similar →
2016	The Eye's Dream	-	Flop	Similar →
2012	Interview with a Cannibal	Himself	Flop	Similar →
2008	Fear Itself: The Sacrifice	Self	Flop	Similar →
2007	The Cannibal That Walked Free	Himself	Hit	Similar →
1998	Soft Skin	Commentator	Average	Similar →
1996	Weather Woman	Celebrity TV Guest	Flop	Similar →
1996	Garo Video 6: Isn't it cold?	Cameo	Flop	Similar →
1995	Sagawa-Kuns Week	-	Flop	Similar →
1994	I Want To Eat	Issei Sagawa	Flop	Similar →
1993	Issei Sagawa: Excuse Me For Living	Self	Average	Similar →
1992	An Aria on Gazes	Mr. Takano	Flop	Similar →
N/A	Wendigo	Narrador (voice)	Hit	Similar →
N/A	I Want to Eat You	-	Flop	Similar →
N/A	In The Sea of Trees	-	Flop	Similar →

Issei Sagawa - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Issei Sagawa?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Issei Sagawa is "Wendigo" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Issei Sagawa acted in?

Issei Sagawa has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Issei Sagawa?

Other notable films include "The Cannibal That Walked Free", "Soft Skin", and "Issei Sagawa: Excuse Me For Living".