Masahiro Sato - Actor Profile

Masahiro Sato

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
17Total Films
7.8 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 3, 1958
Birth Place: Yamagata, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Masahiro Sato reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Masahiro Sato'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Masahiro Sato remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Twilight Samurai, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Masahiro Sato Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Masahiro Sato's career based on audience ratings.

★7.8
The Twilight Samurai (2002) movie poster
★7.8

The Twilight Samurai: Seibei Iguchi leads a difficult life as a low ranking samurai at the turn of the nineteenth century. A widower with a me

The Twilight Samurai

2002•Drama
★7.7
My Korean Teacher (2016) movie poster
★7.7

My Korean Teacher: Young-Ung was dumped by his girlfriend. While he is in Okinawa, Japan on a business trip, the company he works for goes

My Korean Teacher

2016•Comedy
★7.5
Free and Easy 18 (2007) movie poster
★7.5

Free and Easy 18: Hama-chan goes to Okayama to look for Su-san when he goes missing a few days after freezing up during his inaugural spee

Free and Easy 18

2007
★7.0
20th Century Nostalgia (1997) movie poster
★7.0

20th Century Nostalgia: A young student believes that the spirit of an alien from another planet has gone back in time, taking over his body to

20th Century Nostalgia

1997•Drama
★6.3
Begging for Love (1998) movie poster
★6.3

Begging for Love: During a quest to find a Taiwanese father's grave, disturbing memories of child abuse are aroused.

Begging for Love

1998•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Masahiro Sato.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2016 My Korean Teacher Kawamoto Super Hit Similar →
2011 That's the Way! Gay bar mom Flop Similar →
2007 Free and Easy 18 - Super Hit Similar →
2006 Berna's Tail - Flop Similar →
2005 The King of Minami: The Whereabouts of the Compensation - Flop Similar →
2002 The Twilight Samurai Sekiguchi Super Hit Similar →
2000 Shin rei bideo VI: Honto ni atta kowai hanashi - kyôfu tarento taikendan Self Flop Similar →
1998 Begging for Love - Average Similar →
1997 20th Century Nostalgia Vice Principal Hit Similar →
1997 Welcome to the Vampire Onsen - Flop Similar →
1996 Moon Angel Detective Flop Similar →
1995 Haunted School Kumahige-san Average Similar →
1994 UFO Kamen Yakisoban Angry Agedama Bomber - Flop Similar →
1993 Dangerous Monastery - Flop Similar →
1991 Skinless Night - Flop Similar →
1986 Guinea Pig Part 4: Devil Doctor Woman - Flop Similar →
1986 Guinea Pig Part 3: He Never Dies Hideshi Flop Similar →

Masahiro Sato - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Masahiro Sato?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Masahiro Sato is "The Twilight Samurai" with a rating of 7.8/10.

How many movies has Masahiro Sato acted in?

Masahiro Sato has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Masahiro Sato?

Other notable films include "My Korean Teacher", "Free and Easy 18", and "20th Century Nostalgia".