Shōichi Hirose - Actor Profile

Shōichi Hirose

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 23, 1918
Birth Place: Japan

About Shōichi Hirose

Shōichi Hirose was a Japanese actor. Sometimes credited as Solomon Hirose, he is probably best known for playing Godzilla's archenemy King Ghidorah and for being the actor inside the King Kong suit in King Kong vs. Godzilla, along with several tough guy roles.

Shōichi Hirose Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Shōichi Hirose 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 Shōichi Hirose's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Shōichi Hirose'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 Las Vegas Free-For-All, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Shōichi Hirose Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shōichi Hirose's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Shōichi Hirose has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1981 Lonely Heart - Super Hit Similar →
1977 House Ramen Trucker Hit Similar →
1974 Comedy: Love and Justice Among Cheaters Prisoner A Super Hit Similar →
1973 Lady Snowblood - Super Hit Similar →
1972 Kamishibai Showa History: The Golden Bat is Here - Super Hit Similar →
1971 A Swindler to the West: A Con Man to the East Doya's Husband Super Hit Similar →
1971 The Battle of Okinawa - Super Hit Similar →
1968 Japan's No. 1 Traitor - Super Hit Similar →
1968 Mexican Free-for-All Bandit's Henchman A Super Hit Similar →
1967 Monsieur Zivaco Taxi driver Super Hit Similar →
1967 Five Gents Prefer Geisha - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Las Vegas Free-For-All - Super Hit Similar →
1966 The Daphne - Super Hit Similar →
1966 Night in Bangkok - Super Hit Similar →
1965 Young Guy at Sea - Super Hit Similar →
1965 The Retreat from Kiska Yamashita Super Hit Similar →
1965 Red Beard Thug Super Hit Similar →
1964 Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster King Ghidorah Hit Similar →
1964 Trap of Suicide Kilometer - Hit Similar →
1963 Interpol Code 8 - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Star of Hong Kong Waiter Super Hit Similar →
1962 Sanjuro - Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Witness Killed - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Different Sons - Hit Similar →
1961 Structure of Hate - Hit Similar →
1961 Hiroshi Moriya Sadogasa: Thank You, Sandogasa Highwayman A Super Hit Similar →
1961 Mothra Dam Worker Hit Similar →
1961 Hiroshi Moriya Sandogasa: I Want to Weep Ee-Kou (a follower) Super Hit Similar →
1961 Yojimbo Ushitora Follower Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Merciless Trap - Super Hit Similar →
1959 Samurai in the Office - Super Hit Similar →
1959 Fox and Raccoon Fisherman Senkichi Super Hit Similar →
1958 The Hidden Fortress Soldier (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1957 Zokuzoku Ôban: Dotô hen Tahei Super Hit Similar →
1957 Down Town - Super Hit Similar →
1957 The Men of Toho-ku - Super Hit Similar →
1957 A Rainbow Plays in My Heart: Part 2 - Super Hit Similar →
1957 Ôban The Man On The Train Super Hit Similar →
1957 A Man in the Storm - Hit Similar →
1956 Love on Rainbow Island - Super Hit Similar →
1956 Will-o'-the-Wisp - Super Hit Similar →
1956 Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1955 Mother and Son (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1955 Frame of Snow - Super Hit Similar →
1954 Seven Samurai Bandit Super Hit Similar →
1954 Farewell Rabaul - Super Hit Similar →
1953 The Eagle of the Pacific - Super Hit Similar →
1952 The Man Who Came to Port (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1952 Ikiru Yakuza (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1952 Tokyo Sweetheart - Super Hit Similar →

Shōichi Hirose - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shōichi Hirose?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shōichi Hirose is "Las Vegas Free-For-All" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Shōichi Hirose acted in?

Shōichi Hirose has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shōichi Hirose?

Other notable films include "The Daphne", "The Man Who Came to Port", and "Comedy: Love and Justice Among Cheaters".

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