Ryūzō Shimada - Actor Profile

Ryūzō Shimada

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 21, 1931

About Ryūzō Shimada

Ryūzō Shimada was a Japanese film actor.

Ryūzō Shimada Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Ryūzō Shimada reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 78% of Ryūzō Shimada'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 Phantom Samurai, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Ryūzō Shimada Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ryūzō Shimada's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Ryūzō Shimada has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1967 Assignment Dragon No. 3 - Hit Similar →
1966 Shinobi no mono 8: The Three Enemies - Average Similar →
1966 Sleepy Eyes of Death 8: Sword of Villainy Isa Average Similar →
1966 The Front Line Showdown - Super Hit Similar →
1966 Daimajin Tadakiyo Hanabusa Hit Similar →
1965 Sword Devil Hatta Average Similar →
1965 Zatoichi and the Doomed Man Yakuza boss Hit Similar →
1965 Shinobi No Mono 6: The Last Iga Spy - Average Similar →
1965 Rampaging Dog - Hit Similar →
1965 Bad Reputation: The Two Notorious Men Strike Again - Hit Similar →
1965 Sleepy Eyes of Death 5: Sword of Fire Takaatsu Kôdô Average Similar →
1964 Shinobi No Mono 5: Return of Mist Saizo Hidetada Tokugawa Hit Similar →
1964 Kojiki taishō - Hit Similar →
1964 Bad Reputation: The Big Drum - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Shinobi no Mono 4: Siege Hidetada Tokugawa Average Similar →
1964 Homeless Dog - Hit Similar →
1963 Zatoichi on the Road Jingorô Hit Similar →
1963 Bronze Magician лорд Окура Hit Similar →
1963 The Confusing Journey of Jirocho - Super Hit Similar →
1963 Bad Reputation: Imposter's Paradise - Super Hit Similar →
1963 The Third Shadow Warrior - Hit Similar →
1963 Assassins for sale - Hit Similar →
1963 Shinsengumi Chronicles Shuntarô Furutaka Hit Similar →
1962 The Lightning Sword Tokusaburō Super Hit Similar →
1962 170 Leagues to Edo - Super Hit Similar →
1962 The Tale of Zatoichi Shigezô Hit Similar →
1961 The Phantom Samurai - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Buddha Bhutika Super Hit Similar →
1961 Song of Sado - Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Gambler's Code Mutsuda no Sanzô Hit Similar →
1961 Satan's Sword III: The Final Chapter - Hit Similar →
1961 A Lustful Man - Average Similar →
1961 Three Young Samurai - Hit Similar →
1961 Kojiro's Turning Swallow Cut - Average Similar →
1960 Samurai Save The Virgin Lt. Saemon Toyama Hit Similar →
1960 Bara daimyo - Super Hit Similar →
1960 Satan's Sword Kamiya Shuzen Hit Similar →
1960 What Price Love? Tango Abe Hit Similar →
1960 Ghost Story: Depth of Kasane - Hit Similar →
1960 Koga's Messenger Miyaguchi companion Flop Similar →
1960 The Demon of Mount Oe Usui, Sadamitsu (as Ryuuzô Shimada) Hit Similar →
1959 Samurai Vendetta - Super Hit Similar →
1959 Jirocho Fuji - Hit Similar →
1959 Ojo-kichiza - Super Hit Similar →
1959 Blue Snake Bath - Flop Similar →
1958 The Gay Masquerade - Super Hit Similar →
1958 Ambush at Iga Pass - Hit Similar →
1958 Nichiren and the Great Mongol Invasion - Hit Similar →
1958 Obsessive Snake - Average Similar →
1958 The Swishing Sword - Super Hit Similar →

Ryūzō Shimada - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ryūzō Shimada?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ryūzō Shimada is "The Phantom Samurai" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Ryūzō Shimada acted in?

Ryūzō Shimada has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ryūzō Shimada?

Other notable films include "Buddha", "Ojo-kichiza", and "Song of Sado".

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