Shunji Sakai - Actor Profile

Shunji Sakai

Acting
Updated: May 16, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 10, 1913
Birth Place: Tokyo, Japan

Shunji Sakai Movies & Career Overview

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Shunji Sakai'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 Shunji Sakai Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shunji Sakai's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Shunji Sakai has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1968 The Age of Undutiful Children - Hit Similar →
1968 The Spiders' The Noisy Parade - Super Hit Similar →
1965 The Kingdom of Jirocho 4 - Super Hit Similar →
1965 風来忍法帖 - Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Kingdom of Jirocho 3 - Super Hit Similar →
1963 The Kingdom of Jirocho 2 - Super Hit Similar →
1963 A Prisoner in Search of Daughter - Super Hit Similar →
1963 Rabble Tactics Senta Super Hit Similar →
1963 Gambler Tales of Hasshu: A Man's Pledge Mameroku Hit Similar →
1963 Tragedy of the Coolie Samurai - Super Hit Similar →
1963 Street of Wandering Men - Super Hit Similar →
1962 The Eve of the Chinese Festival Talking Denroku Super Hit Similar →
1962 Travels of Hibari and Chiemi: The Tumultuous Journey - Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Phantom Samurai - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Case of Umon: Woman of the Magic Lantern - Hit Similar →
1961 An Eagle Eyed Lord - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Traveling of Two Young Men Kosuke Super Hit Similar →
1961 Samurai Knights - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Edo Purebreed - Super Hit Similar →
1961 誰よりも金を愛す - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Lord of Steel Heart Kiuchi Sasayama Super Hit Similar →
1960 Cases of Hanshichi Hachibei Super Hit Similar →
1960 The Swordsman In The Golden Valley - Super Hit Similar →
1960 Ishimatsu: the One-Eyed Avenger - Super Hit Similar →
1960 The Second Bullet is Marked - Super Hit Similar →
1959 Magic Boy Batta no Miyoshi (voice) Super Hit Similar →
1959 Evil Man of Edo Mohei Super Hit Similar →
1959 No Stronger Swords - Hit Similar →
1959 The Woman and the Pirate 豆太夫 Super Hit Similar →
1959 Turbulent Highways - Super Hit Similar →
1959 The Unleashed Lord - Super Hit Similar →
1959 Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 1 and 2 - Super Hit Similar →
1958 Fighting Disposition - Hit Similar →
1958 Case of a Young Lord 7: Red Crane House - Super Hit Similar →
1958 Yajikita dōchū sugoroku - Super Hit Similar →
1958 Kanbei's Bargain Sale - Hit Similar →
1958 The Red Bat - Super Hit Similar →
1958 Hana no yukyo-den - Super Hit Similar →
1958 The Swishing Sword - Super Hit Similar →
1958 The Shogun’s Guard, Shinsengumi - Super Hit Similar →
1958 Tomboy Samurai - Hit Similar →
1958 The Rise and Fall of a Jazz Girl Kei-san the broker Super Hit Similar →
1957 Shadow Over Fuji - Super Hit Similar →
1957 Pure-Hearted Unit - Super Hit Similar →
1956 Excursion to Treasure Isle - Super Hit Similar →
1955 Christ in Bronze Choji Super Hit Similar →
1955 Song Festival, Full Moon, and the Battle of the Raccoon Dogs - Super Hit Similar →
1954 Quick Change Tanuki Palace Ponkichi Hit Similar →
1954 Road to Hawaii - Super Hit Similar →
1950 The Tokyo Kid - Super Hit Similar →

Shunji Sakai - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shunji Sakai?

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

How many movies has Shunji Sakai acted in?

Shunji Sakai has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shunji Sakai?

Other notable films include "The Kingdom of Jirocho 3", "The Red Bat", and "Rabble Tactics".

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