Kiyoshi Yamamoto

Acting

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

25Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Born: Oct 8, 1933

Birth Place: Kanagawa, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kiyoshi Yamamoto reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 25 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Kiyoshi Yamamoto'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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kiyoshi Yamamoto remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Shadow Hunters, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Kiyoshi Yamamoto Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kiyoshi Yamamoto's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

★8.0

Shadow Hunters: The government in Edo era is suffering from a financial crisis. It hires "Kage" to provoke the collapse of small hans (p

Shadow Hunters

1983•Drama

★7.8

★7.8

Hymn to a Tired Man: Zensaku, middle-aged and deaf in one ear, learns that his son's fallen for the daughter of a war officer responsible for

Hymn to a Tired Man

1968•Drama

★7.6

★7.6

Cash Calls Hell: Before leaving prison, Oida uncomfortably enters into an agreement with his cell mate: in exchange for a half-share of 3

Cash Calls Hell

1966•Action

★7.4

★7.4

Sword of the Beast: Legendary swordplay filmmaker Hideo Gosha's Sword of the Beast chronicles the flight of the low-level swordsman Gennosuk

Sword of the Beast

1965•Action

★7.4

★7.4

Goyokin: A guilt-haunted samurai warrior attempts to stop a massacre taking place.

Goyokin

1969•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kiyoshi Yamamoto.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1993	Summer of the Moonlight Sonata	-	Flop	Similar →
1991	Abarenbo Shogun: The Bride of Edo Castle	-	Flop	Similar →
1991	Harikomi	-	Flop	Similar →
1990	Tistou the Green Thumb	-	Hit	Similar →
1990	13 Assassins	-	Hit	Similar →
1989	Let Him Rest in Peace	-	Flop	Similar →
1987	The Return of the Newshound and the Lady Cop	-	Average	Similar →
1985	The Empty Table	-	Flop	Similar →
1984	Ghost Reunion	-	Flop	Similar →
1984	Legend of the Assassin	-	Flop	Similar →
1983	Adrift at Sea	-	Flop	Similar →
1983	Shadow Hunters	-	Super Hit	Similar →
1982	Suspicion	Director of the Criminal Affairs Division	Hit	Similar →
1981	Station	-	Average	Similar →
1979	Oh, My Son!	Detective Yamamura	Average	Similar →
1975	Main Line to Terror	-	Average	Similar →
1975	The Bullet Train	Takazawa	Hit	Similar →
1975	Great Jailbreak	-	Hit	Similar →
1973	Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Proxy War	-	Hit	Similar →
1969	Goyokin	-	Hit	Similar →
1968	Hymn to a Tired Man	Sergeant Sakai	Super Hit	Similar →
1966	Cash Calls Hell	-	Super Hit	Similar →
1965	Sword of the Beast	-	Hit	Similar →
1965	The Abalone Gals	-	Flop	Similar →
1960	The Akasaka Sisters: Soft Touch of Night	-	Flop	Similar →

Kiyoshi Yamamoto - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kiyoshi Yamamoto?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kiyoshi Yamamoto is "Shadow Hunters" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Kiyoshi Yamamoto acted in?

Kiyoshi Yamamoto has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kiyoshi Yamamoto?

Other notable films include "Hymn to a Tired Man", "Cash Calls Hell", and "Sword of the Beast".