Gen Kimura - Actor Profile

Gen Kimura

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 7, 1937
Birth Place: Osaka, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gen Kimura reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Gen Kimura'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 76% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gen Kimura remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Night before Pearl Harbor, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Gen Kimura Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Gen Kimura's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gen Kimura.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1970 Naked Ambition - Hit Similar →
1970 Zatoichi Meets Yojimbo - Hit Similar →
1969 Haunted Castle Narrator (voice) Average Similar →
1969 Prison Break - Hit Similar →
1969 The Curse of the Ghost - Average Similar →
1969 Devil's Temple - Average Similar →
1969 Broken Swords - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Sworn Brothers - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Secrets of a Woman's Temple - Hit Similar →
1968 Yokai Monsters: Spook Warfare Saheiji Kawano Average Similar →
1968 Kanto Woman Yakuza - Super Hit Similar →
1968 The Bride from Hades - Hit Similar →
1968 The Night before Pearl Harbor - Super Hit Similar →
1967 The Wife of Seishu Hanaoka - Average Similar →
1967 Zatoichi the Outlaw - Hit Similar →
1967 Two Wives - Hit Similar →
1967 Zatoichi's Cane Sword Hanzo the dice player Hit Similar →
1966 Shinobi no mono 8: The Three Enemies - Average Similar →
1966 The Betrayal - Average Similar →
1966 Zatoichi's Vengeance Tamekichi Hit Similar →
1966 Daimajin Mosuke - Take-bô's Dad Average Similar →
1966 The Thieves' Who's Who - Hit Similar →
1966 Irezumi - Hit Similar →
1965 Shinobi No Mono 6: The Last Iga Spy Saburobei Kumagai Average Similar →
1965 Sleepy Eyes of Death 6: Sword of Satan - Average Similar →
1965 Zatoichi's Revenge Inspector Jingo Odate Hit Similar →
1965 Bloody Shuriken - Hit Similar →
1965 Sleepy Eyes of Death 5: Sword of Fire - Average Similar →
1964 Adventures of Zatoichi Yakuza dice thrower Hit Similar →
1964 Fight, Zatoichi, Fight Hyaku Hit Similar →
1964 Homeless Dog - Hit Similar →
1964 Ken - Super Hit Similar →
1963 Zatoichi on the Road Yakuza enforcer Hit Similar →
1963 Bronze Magician - Hit Similar →
1963 The Third Shadow Warrior - Hit Similar →
1963 New Tale of Zatoichi Yakuza member with mark on his face Hit Similar →
1963 An Actor's Revenge - Hit Similar →
1963 Shinsengumi Chronicles Shimpachi Nagakura Hit Similar →
1962 The Lightning Sword - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Ninja, A Band of Assassins - Average Similar →
1962 The Tale of Zatoichi Continues - Hit Similar →
1962 Destiny's Son - Hit Similar →
1962 The Tale of Zatoichi Sasagawa gambler spy Hit Similar →
1962 The Temple of Wild Geese Nanzō Sasai Hit Similar →
1961 The Gambler's Code - Hit Similar →
1961 Satan's Sword III: The Final Chapter - Hit Similar →
1961 Three Young Samurai - Hit Similar →
1960 Satan's Sword Okada Yaichi Hit Similar →
1960 The Blind Menace - Hit Similar →
1959 Samurai Vendetta - Hit Similar →

Gen Kimura - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Gen Kimura?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gen Kimura is "The Night before Pearl Harbor" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Gen Kimura acted in?

Gen Kimura has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Gen Kimura?

Other notable films include "Kanto Woman Yakuza", "Sworn Brothers", and "The Lightning Sword".