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Shintarō Nanjō

Acting
Updated: May 12, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 20, 1917
Birth Place: Kobe, Hyogo, Japan

Shintarō Nanjō Movies & Career Overview

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 72% of Shintarō Nanjō'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 Buddha, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Shintarō Nanjō Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shintarō Nanjō's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Shintarō Nanjō has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1973 Coup d'Etat - Hit Similar →
1972 Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart at the River Styx - Hit Similar →
1972 Zatoichi at Large - Hit Similar →
1969 Haunted Castle Senior Retainer Hit Similar →
1969 Blood End - Average Similar →
1969 Prison Break - Hit Similar →
1969 The Curse of the Ghost - Hit Similar →
1969 Broken Swords - Super Hit Similar →
1968 The Two Bodyguards - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Zatoichi Challenged - Hit Similar →
1966 Shinobi no mono 8: The Three Enemies - Average Similar →
1966 Sleepy Eyes of Death 8: Sword of Villainy Kyûzô Average Similar →
1965 Life of Matsu the Untamed - Super Hit Similar →
1965 Shinobi No Mono 6: The Last Iga Spy Abe Average Similar →
1965 Bad Reputation: The Two Notorious Men Strike Again - Hit Similar →
1965 Bloody Shuriken - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Sleepy Eyes of Death 4: Sword of Seduction - Average Similar →
1964 Sleepy Eyes of Death 3: Full Circle Killing - Average Similar →
1964 Sleepy Eyes of Death 2: Sword of Adventure - Average Similar →
1963 Shinobi no Mono 3: Resurrection Tadaoki Hosokawa Hit Similar →
1963 Bronze Magician Исикава Hit Similar →
1963 Shinobi no Mono 2: Vengeance - Hit Similar →
1963 The Third Shadow Warrior - Hit Similar →
1963 Shinsengumi Chronicles Shôjirô Uchida Hit Similar →
1962 Ninja, A Band of Assassins - Average Similar →
1962 The Tale of Zatoichi Continues Samon Shiraishi Hit Similar →
1962 Ghost Story: Crying in the Night Lantern - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Sabakareru Echizen no kami - Flop Similar →
1962 Teppo Yasu no Shogai - Flop Similar →
1962 The Actress and the Three Rascals - Flop Similar →
1961 Buddha Mahanaman Super Hit Similar →
1961 Shikaku yashiki - Super Hit Similar →
1961 晴小袖 - Hit Similar →
1961 Kojiro's Turning Swallow Cut - Average Similar →
1960 Jirocho Fuji 2: The Chivalrous - Average Similar →
1960 The Demon of Mount Oe - Hit Similar →
1958 The Gay Masquerade - Super Hit Similar →
1958 Nichiren and the Great Mongol Invasion - Hit Similar →
1957 Freelance Samurai - Average Similar →
1957 Secret of Naruto - Hit Similar →
1957 Akadô Suzunosuke - Super Hit Similar →
1957 Zenigata Heiji torimono hikae: madara hebi - Hit Similar →
1956 The Monster Cat of the Fifty-Three Stations - Super Hit Similar →
1955 Taira Clan Saga - Hit Similar →
1954 Tanuki Battle of Awaodori Festival - Super Hit Similar →
1954 Terrible Ghost Cat of Okazaki - Super Hit Similar →
1953 Gate of Hell Tanenari Hit Similar →
1953 Ghost of Saga Mansion - Super Hit Similar →
1953 Zoku Tange Sazen - Super Hit Similar →
1952 Dedication of the Great Buddha - Super Hit Similar →

Shintarō Nanjō - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shintarō Nanjō?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shintarō Nanjō is "Buddha" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Shintarō Nanjō acted in?

Shintarō Nanjō has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shintarō Nanjō?

Other notable films include "Tanuki Battle of Awaodori Festival", "Dedication of the Great Buddha", and "Life of Matsu the Untamed".

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