Hideo Sako

Acting

14Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Born: May 17, 1969

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Hideo Sako reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Hideo Sako's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 57% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Hideo Sako remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Box: The Hakamada Case, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Hideo Sako Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Hideo Sako's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

Box: The Hakamada Case (2010) movie poster

★8.0

Box: The Hakamada Case — Based on the true story of former professional boxer Iwao Hakamada who has spent over 40 years incarcerated on death row

Box: The Hakamada Case

2010•Crime

★7.5

★7.5

Dog Star — A seeing-eye dog (Shiro) is granted one wish by his former owner. He chooses to become a human for a short time so he ca

Dog Star

2002•Comedy

★7.0

★7.0

Ichi the Killer — As sadomasochistic yakuza enforcer Kakihara searches for his missing boss he comes across Ichi, a repressed and psychoti

Ichi the Killer

2001•Action

★7.0

★7.0

CONFLICT: Outbreak — The Hyodo-gumi boss—part of Tendokai, Japan’s largest yakuza syndicate—has been brutally murdered. Kazuma Washio (Hitos

CONFLICT: Outbreak

2016•Crime

★7.0

CONFLICT II: Conclusion (2016) movie poster

★7.0

CONFLICT II: Conclusion — The Tendokai is attacked by the Daitoa-dan. Believing there's a traitor within the organization, Washio (Hitoshi Ozawa)

CONFLICT II: Conclusion

2016•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Hideo Sako.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2016	CONFLICT II: Conclusion	-	Hit	Similar →
2016	CONFLICT: Outbreak	-	Hit	Similar →
2010	Box: The Hakamada Case	Detective Sumiyoshi	Super Hit	Similar →
2008	Tears of Kitty	-	Flop	Similar →
2006	Damejin	Kyo	Flop	Similar →
2004	Locomotive Teacher	-	Flop	Similar →
2004	Mondai no Nai Watashitachi	-	Flop	Similar →
2002	Dog Star	-	Super Hit	Similar →
2001	Ichi the Killer	-	Hit	Similar →
2001	Suicide Club	Detective Hagitani	Hit	Similar →
2001	Labyrinth of Leg Fetishism	-	Flop	Similar →
2001	The Guys from Paradise	-	Hit	Similar →
2000	Sunflower	-	Hit	Similar →
2000	Senrigan	Detective	Average	Similar →

Hideo Sako - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Hideo Sako?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hideo Sako is "Box: The Hakamada Case" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Hideo Sako acted in?

Hideo Sako has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Hideo Sako?

Other notable films include "Dog Star", "Ichi the Killer", and "CONFLICT: Outbreak".