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Akira Yamada

Acting
Freshness: Jan 27, 2026
36Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 13, 1932
Birth Place: Taipei, Taiwan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Akira Yamada reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 36 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Akira Yamada'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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Akira Yamada remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Man Who Came to Port, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Akira Yamada Movies Ranked

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

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1969 Konto 55: Mankind's Weaknesses - Flop Similar →
1969 Brutal Tales of Chivalry 5: Man With The Karajishi Tattoo - Super Hit Similar →
1966 More Than 10,000 Women But... Nozaki (Hamano’s Colleague) Flop Similar →
1965 The Retreat from Kiska Officer Super Hit Similar →
1963 Interpol Code 8 Police Officer Hit Similar →
1963 Young Guy in Hawaii 京南ヨット部員 Average Similar →
1962 Varan the Unbelievable Issaku Flop Similar →
1962 Sararīman Gonza to Sukejū ren'ai kōsa-ten - Flop Similar →
1962 Chûshingura - Hit Similar →
1962 College Champ - Average Similar →
1962 Gorath Hayabusa Engineer Average Similar →
1962 Pride of the Campus - Average Similar →
1962 Sararīman Gonza to Sukejū - Flop Similar →
1961 Mothra Island Worshipper Hit Similar →
1961 Sir Galahad in Campus - Average Similar →
1961 Hiroshi Moriya Sandogasa Series: I Want to Weep - Flop Similar →
1960 The Human Vapor (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1960 The Lovelorn Geisha - Average Similar →
1960 The Gambling Samurai Gorozo Average Similar →
1960 Ginza Tomboy - Flop Similar →
1959 Desperado Outpost - Average Similar →
1959 Fox and Raccoon - Flop Similar →
1959 A Young Boss Tries Really Hard Saburō Flop Similar →
1958 Varan Issaku Average Similar →
1958 The H-Man Policeman Wakasugi - Witness on rainy day (uncredited) Average Similar →
1958 In Self-Defense - Flop Similar →
1957 Ôban Matsumoto Flop Similar →
1956 Rodan Radio operator on jeep (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1955 Beast Man Snow Man Kaji Flop Similar →
1955 Mother and Son (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1955 Frame of Snow - Flop Similar →
1954 How the Bell of Liberty Rings Satoshi Nomura Flop Similar →
1954 Seven Samurai Farmer Super Hit Similar →
1953 Red-Light Bases - Flop Similar →
1953 The Eagle of the Pacific - Super Hit Similar →
1952 The Man Who Came to Port (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →

Akira Yamada - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Akira Yamada?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Akira Yamada is "The Man Who Came to Port" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Akira Yamada acted in?

Akira Yamada has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Akira Yamada?

Other notable films include "Seven Samurai", "The Retreat from Kiska", and "The Eagle of the Pacific".