Koji Koike

Acting

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

6Total Films

7.5 Highest Rated

Born: Dec 9, 1962

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Koji Koike reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Koji Koike'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 83% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Koji Koike remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sonatine, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Koji Koike Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Koji Koike's career based on audience ratings.

★7.5

★7.5

Sonatine: Murakawa, an aging Tokyo yakuza tiring of gangster life, is sent by his boss to Okinawa along with a few of his henchmen

Sonatine

1993•Action

★7.3

★7.3

Willful Murder: The president of the Japanese National Railways is found dead during a period in which train service is plagued by numer

Willful Murder

1981•Drama

★7.2

★7.2

Zatoichi: Blind traveler Zatoichi is a master swordsman and a masseur with a fondness for gambling on dice games. When he arrives

Zatoichi

2003•Adventure

★6.9

★6.9

Kids Return: Shinji and Masaru spend most of their school days harassing fellow classmates and playing pranks. They drop out and Shin

Kids Return

1996•Drama

★6.6

★6.6

Love Hotel: A call-girl named Yumi and Tetsuro, a married man with a debt to the yakuza, have a violent rendezvous in a cheap love h

Love Hotel

1985•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Koji Koike.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2003	Zatoichi	Boss Funahachi	Hit	Similar →
2000	Currency and Blonde	-	Flop	Similar →
1996	Kids Return	Boxing Trainee	Hit	Similar →
1993	Sonatine	Okinawa Boss	Super Hit	Similar →
1985	Love Hotel	Collection Thug	Hit	Similar →
1981	Willful Murder	-	Hit	Similar →

Koji Koike - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Koji Koike?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Koji Koike is "Sonatine" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Koji Koike acted in?

Koji Koike has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Koji Koike?

Other notable films include "Willful Murder", "Zatoichi", and "Kids Return".