Kanako Nakano
ActingAbout Kanako Nakano
Kanako was born and raised in Japan and has lived in the UK since 1997. She has been working as an actress / singer / dancer on the West End and has toured across the UK and Japon. Kanako has provided voice over and dubbing in Japanese for Netflix, narration for the episode of Malta in ‘TOUGENKIKOU’ for NHK in Japan. She also recorded the Japanese singing voice for ‘The Great Wave’ at Dorfman Theatre for ‘MISS SAIGON’ on the West End. Recently Kanako recorded singing for a cast album of the musical “Tokyo Rose” in 2021 and she is part of the original cast of “My Neighbour Totoro” at Barbican playing Tsukiko/covering singer in 2022-2023. And she performed Tamate in “Pacific Overtures” at Menier Chocolate Factory in 2023-2024, and she just finished playing Judy Turner in the UK tour of “A Chorus Line”.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kanako Nakano reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 4 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Kanako Nakano'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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kanako Nakano remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Miss Saigon: 25th Anniversary Performance, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kanako Nakano Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kanako Nakano's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kanako Nakano.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Passenger | The Spirit | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | People Just Do Nothing: Big in Japan | Hotel Staff | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Miss Saigon: 25th Anniversary Performance | Ensemble | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Cab | - | Flop | Similar → |
Kanako Nakano - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kanako Nakano?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kanako Nakano is "Miss Saigon: 25th Anniversary Performance" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Kanako Nakano acted in?
Kanako Nakano has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kanako Nakano?
Other notable films include "People Just Do Nothing: Big in Japan", "Cab", and "Passenger".