Noriko Matsumoto

Acting

Freshness: Jan 30, 2026

13Total Films

6.9 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 9, 1935

Birth Place: Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Noriko Matsumoto reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Noriko Matsumoto'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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Noriko Matsumoto remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Warped Ones, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Noriko Matsumoto Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Noriko Matsumoto's career based on audience ratings.

★6.9

★6.9

The Warped Ones: A juvenile delinquent gets out of the pen and immediately embarks on a rampage of untethered anger, most of it directed

The Warped Ones

1960•Drama

★5.8

★5.8

Apart from Life: A film set in Nagasaki examining prejudice against atom bomb victims.

Apart from Life

1970•Drama

★4.6

★4.6

Band of Ninja: The son of an assassinated feudal lord, in the Muromachi period, attempts to avenge his father's death and meets Kagemar

Band of Ninja

1967•Animation

★0.0

★0.0

Jidanya: Every day a car accident happens in the city. The involved parties are prey to the settlement agents (jidanya), mediato

Jidanya

1963•Drama

★0.0

Angel and the Outlaw (1962) movie poster

★0.0

Angel and the Outlaw: 1962 Japanese movie

Angel and the Outlaw

1962

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Noriko Matsumoto.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1989	Bungakusho Satsujin Jiken: Oinaru Jyoso	Yuriko Ichiya	Flop	Similar →
1978	Have Wings on Your Heart	-	Flop	Similar →
1970	Apart from Life	Eiko	Average	Similar →
1967	Band of Ninja	Hotarubi	Flop	Similar →
1963	The Dragon Crest	-	Flop	Similar →
1963	Jidanya	-	Flop	Similar →
1963	The Gambling Monk	-	Flop	Similar →
1963	Badge of the Night	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Glass-Hearted Johnny	Kazuko	Flop	Similar →
1962	Facing to the Clouds	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Angel and the Outlaw	-	Flop	Similar →
1960	The Warped Ones	Fumiko	Hit	Similar →
1960	The Inspector and the Gambler	Setsu	Flop	Similar →

Noriko Matsumoto - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Noriko Matsumoto?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Noriko Matsumoto is "The Warped Ones" with a rating of 6.9/10.

How many movies has Noriko Matsumoto acted in?

Noriko Matsumoto has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Noriko Matsumoto?

Other notable films include "Apart from Life", "Band of Ninja", and "Jidanya".