Takashi Shimura - Actor Profile

Takashi Shimura

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 12, 1905
Birth Place: Ikuno, Hyogo, Japan

About Takashi Shimura

​From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.   Takashi Shimura (志村 喬, Shimura Takashi, March 12, 1905 – February 11, 1982) was a Japanese actor who appeared in over 200 films between 1934 and 1981. He appeared in 21 of Akira Kurosawa's 30 films (more than any other actor), including as a lead actor in Drunken Angel (1948), Rashomon (1950), Ikiru (1952) and Seven Samurai (1954).[3] He played Professor Kyohei Yamane in Ishirō Honda's original Godzilla (1954) and its first sequel, Godzilla Raids Again (1955). For his contributions to the arts, the Japanese government decorated Shimura with the Medal with Purple Ribbon in 1974 and the Order of the Rising Sun, 4th Class, Gold Rays with Rosette in 1980. Shimura died on February 11, 1982, in Tokyo, Japan, from emphysema at the age of 76. His effects were presented to the Film Centre of the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo. Description above from the Wikipedia article Takashi Shimura, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Takashi Shimura Movies & Career Overview

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Takashi Shimura'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 Jiruba no Tetsu, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Takashi Shimura Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Takashi Shimura's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Takashi Shimura has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1980 An Ocean to Cross Ryuuson Super Hit Similar →
1974 The Maizuru Showdown between The Yakuza Brothers - Super Hit Similar →
1972 A Yakuza Has His Way - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Japan's Violent Gangs: The Boss and the Killers - Super Hit Similar →
1969 A Modern Yakuza: The Code of the Lawless - Super Hit Similar →
1968 The Woman Champion - Super Hit Similar →
1968 Slave Factory - Super Hit Similar →
1967 King of the Gang - Super Hit Similar →
1965 The Soundless Cry - Super Hit Similar →
1963 The Sun is Calling You - Super Hit Similar →
1963 The Revenge and the Death - Super Hit Similar →
1962 The Crimson Sky - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Long Way to Okinawa - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Shimizu Port Salaryman Part II - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Snow in the South Seas - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Challenge to Live - Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Masterless 47 – Part II - Super Hit Similar →
1960 The Masterless 47 Honzo Kadokawa Super Hit Similar →
1960 Master Fencer Sees the World - Super Hit Similar →
1960 Princess Sen in Edo Sadonokami Honda Super Hit Similar →
1958 Theater of Life - Super Hit Similar →
1957 A Dangerous Hero - Super Hit Similar →
1957 Evening Calm - Super Hit Similar →
1955 New Tengu Kurama: Samurai in the Pouring Rain Ensaburō Hiraoka Super Hit Similar →
1955 No Time for Tears "Sparrows" Coach Shimamura Super Hit Similar →
1954 君死に給うことなかれ - Super Hit Similar →
1953 The End of the Night - Super Hit Similar →
1953 The Last Embrace Watanabe (Nabesan) Super Hit Similar →
1952 One Thousand Ryo Ship in the Wind and Clouds - Super Hit Similar →
1952 The Man Who Came to Port Okabe Super Hit Similar →
1952 Beauty and the Thief Yoshimichi Super Hit Similar →
1952 Foghorn - Super Hit Similar →
1951 Stolen Love Sotaro Munekata Super Hit Similar →
1951 Elegy - Super Hit Similar →
1950 Jiruba no Tetsu - Super Hit Similar →
1950 Crazy Uproar - Super Hit Similar →
1950 Devil's Gold - Super Hit Similar →
1950 Escape from Prison - Super Hit Similar →
1949 Lady From Hell - Super Hit Similar →
1947 These Foolish Times - Super Hit Similar →
1947 Chikagai nijuyojikan - Super Hit Similar →
1946 Eleven High School Girls - Super Hit Similar →
1946 Those Who Make Tomorrow Theatre manager (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1946 An Enemy of the People - Super Hit Similar →
1945 Three Women of the North - Super Hit Similar →
1942 Miyamoto musashi Ichijōji kettō - Super Hit Similar →
1941 Last Days of Edo Enomoto Super Hit Similar →
1938 Yaji And Kita's Traveling Diary - Super Hit Similar →
1938 Taiko's Rising in the World - Super Hit Similar →
1937 Jiraiya Gundayû Yao Super Hit Similar →

Takashi Shimura - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Takashi Shimura?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Takashi Shimura is "Jiruba no Tetsu" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Takashi Shimura acted in?

Takashi Shimura has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Takashi Shimura?

Other notable films include "Stolen Love", "These Foolish Times", and "A Modern Yakuza: The Code of the Lawless".

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