Masahiko Tanimura - Actor Profile

Masahiko Tanimura

Acting
Freshness: Jan 31, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 25, 1927
Birth Place: Yamagata, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Masahiko Tanimura 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: Action

The majority of Masahiko Tanimura's filmography leans towards the Action 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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Masahiko Tanimura remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Black Gambler: Left Hand of the Devil, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Masahiko Tanimura Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Masahiko Tanimura's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Masahiko Tanimura.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1995 The Files of Young Kindaichi: Snow Yaksha Legend Murder Case - Super Hit Similar →
1993 Madadayo - Hit Similar →
1986 Leave My Girl Alone Conductor Average Similar →
1983 Battle Anthem - Hit Similar →
1982 Onimasa: A Japanese Godfather - Average Similar →
1981 Flames of Blood - Hit Similar →
1976 Tora-san's Pure Love - Super Hit Similar →
1976 Outlaw Cop - Flop Similar →
1975 Truck Rascals: No One Can Stop Me Flower Shop Owner Hit Similar →
1974 Prophecies of Nostradamus Tayama Average Similar →
1974 It's a Psychic, Gather Everyone! - Flop Similar →
1973 The Blossom and the Sword - Hit Similar →
1973 Miyamoto Musashi Sasuke Hit Similar →
1973 Professional Killers Yuya no shokunin Super Hit Similar →
1973 Toshigoro - Flop Similar →
1973 Flower and Dragon Gen the Boxcars Super Hit Similar →
1972 Cross-Currents - Average Similar →
1972 祭りだお化けだ全員集合!! - Flop Similar →
1971 Tora-san's Love Call - Super Hit Similar →
1971 The Viper Brothers Rage Again - Flop Similar →
1971 Kigeki Toruko-buro Osho-sen - Flop Similar →
1971 The Viper Brothers Inspector Hara Hit Similar →
1970 Dodes'ka-den Mr. Sô Hit Similar →
1970 Tora-san's Runaway - Super Hit Similar →
1970 Spartan Education - Flop Similar →
1970 Yukyo-retsuden - Flop Similar →
1970 Duel at Fort Ezo - Flop Similar →
1969 We Sell It Because It Sells - Hit Similar →
1969 前科・仮釈放 - Flop Similar →
1968 Outlaw: Goro the Assassin Yosaku, a fish vendor Hit Similar →
1968 Duel in the Storm Hokke-Masa Flop Similar →
1967 Velvet Hustler - Average Similar →
1967 The Kanto Region Is Also Expanding - Flop Similar →
1966 The Black Gambler: Left Hand of the Devil - Super Hit Similar →
1965 The Dragon of Macao - Super Hit Similar →
1965 Born Under Crossed Stars Nakazô Average Similar →
1965 The Rule for a Vagabond - Flop Similar →
1965 The Black Gambler: The Gambling Syndicate - Hit Similar →
1965 Ryuji's Journey: The Crest of Man - Flop Similar →
1965 None But the Brave Lead Pvt. Ando Average Similar →
1962 Umineko ga tonde - Flop Similar →
1962 Ōwarai Jiro chō ikka: Sanshita nitei kenjū - Flop Similar →
1962 Seinen no isu - Flop Similar →
1961 Travels of Gonkuro - Flop Similar →
1961 Zoku sararīman yajikita dōchū - Flop Similar →
1961 Sararīman yajikita dōchū - Flop Similar →
1961 Young Lord Yakuza - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Romance Express - Flop Similar →
1959 Sazae-san, the Wayward Wife - Flop Similar →
1959 Sazae-san's Newlywed Family - Flop Similar →

Masahiko Tanimura - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Masahiko Tanimura?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Masahiko Tanimura is "The Black Gambler: Left Hand of the Devil" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Masahiko Tanimura acted in?

Masahiko Tanimura has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Masahiko Tanimura?

Other notable films include "Flower and Dragon", "Tora-san's Pure Love", and "Young Lord Yakuza".