Akira Yamaoka - Actor Profile

Akira Yamaoka

Sound
Freshness: Feb 04, 2026
5Total Films
7.7 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 6, 1968
Birth Place: Niigata, Japan

About Akira Yamaoka

Akira Yamaoka (山岡 晃, Yamaoka Akira, born February 6, 1968) is a Japanese composer and music producer. He is best known for composing music for several video games in the Silent Hill series by Konami, among other games. Yamaoka also worked as a producer on the series, as well as composing for the Silent Hill film and its sequel. Since 2010, he has been the sound director at Grasshopper Manufacture.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Akira Yamaoka reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Horror

The majority of Akira Yamaoka's filmography leans towards the Horror 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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Akira Yamaoka remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Silent Hill 4: The Room, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Akira Yamaoka Movies Ranked

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

★7.7
Silent Hill 4: The Room (2004) movie poster
★7.7

Silent Hill 4: The Room: Henry Townshend, a boy of about thirty with a hobby of photography, has recently moved into apartment 302, first floor o

Silent Hill 4: The Room

2004•Documentary
★5.0
Mushroom (2001) movie poster
★5.0

Mushroom: Ki-No-Ko is a surreal five-minute short film published on Art of Silent Hill, Lost Memories: The Art & Music of Silent H

Mushroom

2001•Horror
★0.0
A K I Я A 1 6 (2016) movie poster
★0.0

A K I Я A 1 6: AKIRA16 is a live concert film performance of Akira Yamaoka & Mary Elizabeth McGlynn in Saint Petersburg 2016.

A K I Я A 1 6

2016•Music
★0.0
Bag (2001) movie poster
★0.0

Bag: The short film features Pyramid Head and a Lying Figure from Silent Hill 2, the Fukuro Lady, and many monsters from earl

Bag

2001•Horror
★0.0
The Making of Silent Hill 2 (2001) movie poster
★0.0

The Making of Silent Hill 2: A short documentary about the production of a second Silent Hill video game released in 2001.

The Making of Silent Hill 2

2001•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2016 A K I Я A 1 6 Himself Flop Similar →
2004 Silent Hill 4: The Room Himself Super Hit Similar →
2001 The Making of Silent Hill 2 Self - Sound Director Flop Similar →
2001 Mushroom - Flop Similar →
2001 Bag - Flop Similar →

Akira Yamaoka - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Akira Yamaoka?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Akira Yamaoka is "Silent Hill 4: The Room" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Akira Yamaoka acted in?

Akira Yamaoka has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Akira Yamaoka?

Other notable films include "Mushroom", "A K I Я A 1 6", and "Bag".