Akira Katayama - Actor Profile

Akira Katayama

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
50Total Films
8.1 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 7, 1922
Birth Place: Sendai, Miyagi, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Akira Katayama reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Crime

The majority of Akira Katayama's filmography leans towards the Crime 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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Akira Katayama remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Wolves, Pigs & Men, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Akira Katayama Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Akira Katayama's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Akira Katayama.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1975 Himitsu Sentai Gorenger: The Movie Rumi's father Super Hit Similar →
1970 The Last Kamikaze - Average Similar →
1968 Prison Boss - Hit Similar →
1966 The Golden Bat - Average Similar →
1966 Glorious Fights - Hit Similar →
1966 The Kamikaze Guy - Flop Similar →
1966 The Threat - Hit Similar →
1965 Prison Walls of Abashiri, Part 2 - Hit Similar →
1964 The Glamorous Ghost a clerk at the hospital Average Similar →
1964 Wolves, Pigs & Men Iwasaki's assistant Super Hit Similar →
1964 Phantom Agents - Flop Similar →
1963 Gang Loyalty and Vengeance - Flop Similar →
1962 Gang vs. G-Men - Average Similar →
1962 Hibari's Tale of Pathos - Flop Similar →
1962 Komadori shimai oke-sa wataridori - Flop Similar →
1962 I. George monogatari taiyō no ko - Flop Similar →
1962 365 Nights - Flop Similar →
1962 Mid-August Commotion Lt Colonel Kizaki Flop Similar →
1962 G-Men in the Pacific Doi Average Similar →
1962 The Injured Boy - Flop Similar →
1962 Tales of President Mito - Flop Similar →
1962 All Rascals - Flop Similar →
1961 The Happy-Go-Lucky Guy - Flop Similar →
1961 Man with a Funky Hat: The 20,000,000 Yen Arm - Average Similar →
1961 Man with the Funky Hat - Flop Similar →
1961 Invasion of the Neptune Men - Flop Similar →
1961 Futaridake no taiyō - Flop Similar →
1960 Seven-Color Mask: Three Ace - The Dancing Gold Demon - Flop Similar →
1960 Seven-Color Mask: Three Ace - Midday Kidnapping Order - Flop Similar →
1960 Police Precinct Part 12 - Flop Similar →
1960 Seven-Color Mask: Red Jaguar - The Final Trump Card - Flop Similar →
1960 Seven-Color Mask: Red Jaguar - Million Dollar Showdown - Flop Similar →
1960 Seven-Color Mask: Red Jaguar - Horror of the Black Hand - Flop Similar →
1959 Speed Crazy - Flop Similar →
1959 Police Precinct: Nothing Left at the Scene - Flop Similar →
1959 Prince of Space Doctor Naitô Flop Similar →
1959 Police Precinct: The Woman Without A Face - Flop Similar →
1958 Police Precinct Part 7 - Flop Similar →
1957 Police Precinct: The Pickpocket Killer - Flop Similar →
1957 The Story of Pure Love Hospital doctor Hit Similar →
1957 Police Precinct Part 5 Firearms technician Flop Similar →
1957 The Deep Blue Sea - Flop Similar →
1957 Police Precinct: Crime at High Noon - Flop Similar →
1956 Police Precinct: The Left-Handed Killer Firearms technician Flop Similar →
1956 G-men of Japan 4: Special Armed Unit Mobilization - Flop Similar →
1956 Police Precinct Part 2 - Flop Similar →
1956 Police Precinct FIrearm Engineer Flop Similar →
1956 Samurai of the Great Earth - Flop Similar →
1955 Murder on the Last Train - Flop Similar →
1954 あゝ洞爺丸  - Flop Similar →

Akira Katayama - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Akira Katayama?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Akira Katayama is "Wolves, Pigs & Men" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Akira Katayama acted in?

Akira Katayama has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Akira Katayama?

Other notable films include "Himitsu Sentai Gorenger: The Movie", "The Threat", and "Prison Boss".