Professor Toru Tanaka
ActingAbout Professor Toru Tanaka
Charles J. Kalani, Jr., known in the entertainment industry as Professor Toru Tanaka, was an American professional wrestler, professional boxer, college football player, soldier, actor, and martial arts instructor.
Professor Toru Tanaka Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Professor Toru Tanaka reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 31 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Professor Toru Tanaka's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 23% of Professor Toru Tanaka'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 The Life And Times of Paul Boesch, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Professor Toru Tanaka Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Professor Toru Tanaka's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Professor Toru Tanaka has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Hard Justice | Cookie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Life And Times of Paul Boesch | Himself (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Last Action Hero | Tough Asian Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | 3 Ninjas | Rushmore | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Deadly Game | Ikiru-Sun | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Alligator 2: The Mutation | Wrestler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Perfect Weapon | Tanaka | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Martial Law | Jimmy Kong | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Darkman | Chinese Warrior #2 | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Secret Agent 00 Soul | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Black Rain | Sugai's Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Hyper Space | Android | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Dead Heat | Butcher | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Running Man | Subzero | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Catch the Heat | Dozu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Shanghai Surprise | Yamagani San | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Best of the WWF: volume 7 | Prof. Toru Tanaka | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Bad Guys | Lord Percy's Bodyguard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Tag Team Champions | Professor Toru Tanaka | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Volunteers | Sumo Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Pee-wee's Big Adventure | Butler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Missing in Action 2: The Beginning | Lao | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Best of the WWF Volume 2 | Prof. Toru Tanaka | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Chattanooga Choo Choo | Hashimoto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | When Death Comes Quickly | Shimura | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Revenge of the Ninja | Sumo Servant | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Off the Wall | Banzai Wrestler #1 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Slapstick of Another Kind | Sumo (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Modesty Blaise | Akira | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | An Eye for an Eye | The Professor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | WWE at Madison Square Garden: June 30, 1973 | Prof. Toru Tanaka | Flop | Similar → |
Professor Toru Tanaka - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Professor Toru Tanaka?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Professor Toru Tanaka is "The Life And Times of Paul Boesch" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Professor Toru Tanaka acted in?
Professor Toru Tanaka has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Professor Toru Tanaka?
Other notable films include "Bad Guys", "Chattanooga Choo Choo", and "Black Rain".