Machiko Kitagawa - Actor Profile

Machiko Kitagawa

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
50Total Films
7.9 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 8, 1932

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Machiko Kitagawa reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Machiko Kitagawa'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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Machiko Kitagawa remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in When a Woman Ascends the Stairs, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Machiko Kitagawa Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Machiko Kitagawa's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Machiko Kitagawa.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1967 Las Vegas Free-For-All - Flop Similar →
1966 Five Gents on the Spot Machiko Kitagawa Flop Similar →
1964 The Sandal Keeper - Flop Similar →
1964 Hibari, Chiemi, Izumi: We Are Three Best Friends - Flop Similar →
1962 Fūryū onsen bantō nikki - Flop Similar →
1962 Chûshingura - Hit Similar →
1962 A Wanderer's Notebook - Hit Similar →
1962 Shin kitsune to tanuki - Flop Similar →
1962 Me and Me - Flop Similar →
1962 Ai no uzu shio - Flop Similar →
1962 The Dangoro Party in the Sky - Flop Similar →
1962 The Tenth Game of New Salarymen: Salaryman Ittoru - Flop Similar →
1962 Kanpai! Sararīman shokun - Flop Similar →
1961 The Witness Killed Call Girl Kyoko Flop Similar →
1961 Structure of Hate - Flop Similar →
1961 Kawachi fudoki zoku oiro ke seppō - Flop Similar →
1961 Zoku sararīman yajikita dōchū - Flop Similar →
1961 Sebiro Sanshirō otoko wa dokyō - Flop Similar →
1960 The Lovelorn Geisha - Average Similar →
1960 New Third Class Executive: Fortune Teller Koharu Flop Similar →
1960 When a Woman Ascends the Stairs Kiyomi Super Hit Similar →
1959 Sazae-san's Newlywed Family - Flop Similar →
1959 Fox and Raccoon Teruko Aihara Flop Similar →
1959 Sequel- Three Generations of Company Presidents - Flop Similar →
1958 The Young Boss is Third Generation Yukie Flop Similar →
1958 The Spell of the Hidden Gold Hajino Average Similar →
1958 The H-Man Hanae Average Similar →
1958 The Capital of Love Makiko Flop Similar →
1957 A Farewell to the Woman Called My Sister - Flop Similar →
1957 The Beauty Expert - Flop Similar →
1957 A Teapicker's Song of Goodbye - Flop Similar →
1957 The Shadow Daughter - Flop Similar →
1957 Oshidori kenkagasa - Flop Similar →
1957 The Lonely Swordsman (Part 2) - Average Similar →
1956 The Lonely Swordsman (Part 1) - Flop Similar →
1956 Aishu no machi ni kiri ga furu Yoshiko Hosokawa (Chisako's elder sister) Flop Similar →
1956 Three Generations of Company Presidents - Flop Similar →
1956 Gale Winds! Tengu Karama - Flop Similar →
1956 A Wife's Heart - Hit Similar →
1956 Masura o hashutsu fukai - Flop Similar →
1956 The Maiden Courtesan - Flop Similar →
1955 Tactics of Love - Flop Similar →
1955 Samurai II: Duel at Ichijoji Temple Kogure Hit Similar →
1955 The Rookie Managers - Flop Similar →
1955 All is Well Keiko Yanagawa Flop Similar →
1954 The Black Fury Tamie Matsuo Flop Similar →
1954 Last of the Wild Ones - Flop Similar →
1954 Sound of the Mountain - Hit Similar →
1953 Omatsuri hanjiro - Flop Similar →
1953 Escape Zone - Flop Similar →

Machiko Kitagawa - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Machiko Kitagawa?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Machiko Kitagawa is "When a Woman Ascends the Stairs" with a rating of 7.9/10.

How many movies has Machiko Kitagawa acted in?

Machiko Kitagawa has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Machiko Kitagawa?

Other notable films include "Sound of the Mountain", "A Wanderer's Notebook", and "Samurai II: Duel at Ichijoji Temple".