Jon Moritsugu

Directing

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

9Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Born: Feb 15, 1965

Birth Place: Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S

About Jon Moritsugu

Jon Moritsugu is an American underground filmmaker. Jon Moritsugu started filmmaking in 1985 when he went to school at Brown University. Moritsugu's films are known for their lo-fi aesthetic.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jon Moritsugu reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Jon Moritsugu'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 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jon Moritsugu remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Pig Death Machine, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jon Moritsugu Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jon Moritsugu's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0

★7.0

Pig Death Machine: A very special shipment of tainted pork arrives in Santa Fe, N.M., transforming anyone who eats it into a brilliant, but

Pig Death Machine

2013•Horror

★6.2

★6.2

Scumrock: A pretentious underground filmmaker struggles with his masterpiece while a scuzzy punkoid chick tries to keep her band f

Scumrock

2002•Drama

★5.5

★5.5

Terminal USA: In a Japanese-American family, the mother is stealing the terminally ill grandpa's morphine, the airhead sister is havi

Terminal USA

1993•Drama

★5.3

★5.3

Mod Fuck Explosion: Teenage London is trying to find meaning in the world, or a leather jacket of her own. Unaccepted by neither the Mods or

Mod Fuck Explosion

1994•Comedy

★5.3

30/30 Vision: Three Decades of Strand Releasing (2019) movie poster

★5.3

30/30 Vision: Three Decades of Strand Releasing: Over 30 filmmakers and friends of Strand Releasing have come together to honor the company’s indelible contribution to i

30/30 Vision: Three Decades of Strand Releasing

2019•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jon Moritsugu.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2019	30/30 Vision: Three Decades of Strand Releasing	-	Flop	Similar →
2019	Martini Shot	Himself	Flop	Similar →
2013	Pig Death Machine	Sushi Sue	Hit	Similar →
2012	The Endless Possibility of Sky	Poppy	Flop	Similar →
2002	Scumrock	Jared Okubo	Average	Similar →
1997	Fame Whore	Greenberg #1	Flop	Similar →
1994	Mod Fuck Explosion	Kazumi (Biker)	Flop	Similar →
1994	Cruel	Man #1	Flop	Similar →
1993	Terminal USA	Marvin / Katzumi	Average	Similar →

Jon Moritsugu - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jon Moritsugu?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jon Moritsugu is "Pig Death Machine" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Jon Moritsugu acted in?

Jon Moritsugu has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jon Moritsugu?

Other notable films include "Scumrock", "Terminal USA", and "Mod Fuck Explosion".