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Reiichi Hatanaka

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
24Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated

Reiichi Hatanaka Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Reiichi Hatanaka reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 24 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Reiichi Hatanaka's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 58% of Reiichi Hatanaka'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 A History of the Japanese Underworld, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Reiichi Hatanaka Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Reiichi Hatanaka's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0
A History of the Japanese Underworld (1968) movie poster
★9.0

A History of the Japanese Underworld: The hero tries to unite various gangs.

A History of the Japanese Underworld

1968•Thriller
★8.3
Eighteen Years in Prison (1967) movie poster
★8.3

Eighteen Years in Prison: A former soldier is caught working the black market and sent to prison while his partner escapes and goes on to become a

Eighteen Years in Prison

1967•Drama
★8.0
Brothers Serving Time (1969) movie poster
★8.0

Brothers Serving Time: While imprisoned, Tatsu encounters Danshi, a man who is a big honcho in the prison pecking order. After initial conflict

Brothers Serving Time

1969•Crime
★7.8
The Decisive Power of Aikido (1975) movie poster
★7.8

The Decisive Power of Aikido: It is about the life of Ueshiba - the founder of aikido. We can see how he decided to develop aikido and how he did it.

The Decisive Power of Aikido

1975•History
★7.5
The Red Silk Gambler (1972) movie poster
★7.5

The Red Silk Gambler: With her first love that unfolded in the battlefield in her heart, and with a short sword and a pillbox as her weapons,

The Red Silk Gambler

1972•Action

Full Filmography

Every movie Reiichi Hatanaka has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1982 Fall Guy - Average Similar →
1979 The Shogun Assassins - Flop Similar →
1976 Oxen Split Torturing - Average Similar →
1976 Sister Street Fighter: Fifth Level Fist Asst. Director Inumaru Average Similar →
1976 A Savage Beast Goes Mad - Hit Similar →
1975 The Decisive Power of Aikido - Super Hit Similar →
1974 The Rapacious Jailbreaker - Hit Similar →
1974 Code of Wolves - Super Hit Similar →
1974 Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Final Episode - Hit Similar →
1972 The Red Silk Gambler - Super Hit Similar →
1972 Turtle Geisha - Flop Similar →
1971 Kanto Street Peddlers: Violent Fire Festival Geba Bon Flop Similar →
1970 Prison Tales - Hit Similar →
1969 Kanto Street Peddlers Tadao Yasui Flop Similar →
1969 Brothers Serving Time - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Inferno of Torture Tattoo Artist B Average Similar →
1968 Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's Obligation Teppodake Hit Similar →
1968 A History of the Japanese Underworld - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Eighteen Years in Prison - Super Hit Similar →
1966 Seven Fugitives - Flop Similar →
1965 Cold Rice, Osan, Chan - Hit Similar →
1964 Revenge - Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Great Killing - Hit Similar →
1963 River Washes Away the Moon - Flop Similar →

Reiichi Hatanaka - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Reiichi Hatanaka?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Reiichi Hatanaka is "A History of the Japanese Underworld" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Reiichi Hatanaka acted in?

Reiichi Hatanaka has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Reiichi Hatanaka?

Other notable films include "Eighteen Years in Prison", "Brothers Serving Time", and "The Decisive Power of Aikido".

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