Teruo Ishii - Actor Profile

Teruo Ishii

Directing
Updated: May 10, 2026
1Total Films
0.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 1, 1924
Birth Place: Tokyo, Japan

About Teruo Ishii

Teruo Ishii was a Japanese film director best known in the West for his early films in the Super Giant series, and for his films in the Ero guro subgenre of pinku eiga such as Shogun's Joy of Torture. He also directed the 1965 film, Abashiri Prison, which helped to make Ken Takakura a major star in Japan.

Teruo Ishii Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Teruo Ishii reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Teruo Ishii'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 Teruo Ishii Fan Club, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Teruo Ishii Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Teruo Ishii's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Teruo Ishii has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2006 Teruo Ishii Fan Club - Flop Similar →

Teruo Ishii - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Teruo Ishii?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Teruo Ishii is "Teruo Ishii Fan Club" with a rating of 0.0/10.

How many movies has Teruo Ishii acted in?

Teruo Ishii has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.

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