
Ren Nagase
ActingAbout Ren Nagase
Nagase Ren is a Japanese idol, singer, and actor. He is a member of the Japanese idol group King & Prince. Nagase joined the talent agency Johnny & Associates on April 3, 2011, starting activities as Kansai Junior. In May 2018, he made his CD debut as a member of "King & Prince" with the single "Cinderella Girl" and made his first appearance at the 69th Kohaku Uta Gassen. He made his acting debut in the TV drama "Nobunaga's Chef" in 2013 and had his first lead role in the movie "According to Our Butler" (2019). In January 2021, he won the 44th Japan Academy Award for Best New Actor for his starring role in the movie "Yowamushi Pedal". In May of the same year, he made his first appearance in the NHK Morning TV drama series (Asadora) in "Okaeri Mone". On September 15, 2023, he announced on his blog that he graduated from the Department of Sociology, Faculty of Sociology, Meiji Gakuin University.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ren Nagase reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Ren Nagase'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 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ren Nagase remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Drawing Closer, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ren Nagase Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ren Nagase's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ren Nagase.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | The Ogre's Bride | Reiya Kiryūin | Flop | Similar → |
| 2026 | COUNTDOWN CONCERT 2025-2026 STARTO to MOVE | Self (King & Prince) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Last Man FAKE/TRUTH | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Last Man -FIRST LOVE- | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Fureru. | Aki Onoda (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Drawing Closer | Akito Hayasaka | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Innocent Game | Kiyoyoshi Kuga | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | King & Prince ARENA TOUR 2022 〜Made in〜 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Doraemon the Movie: Nobita's Sky Utopia | Sonya (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | King & Prince First DOME TOUR 2022 ~Mr.~ | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Midnight Maiden War | I | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | King & Prince CONCERT TOUR 2021 ~Re:Sense~ | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Yowamushi Pedal | Sakamichi Onoda | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | FLY! BOYS, FLY! 僕たち、CAはじめました | Asakawa Chikara | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Ninjani Calling on! Fight Towards the Future | Young Kazaha | Flop | Similar → |
Ren Nagase - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ren Nagase?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ren Nagase is "Drawing Closer" with a rating of 8.4/10.
How many movies has Ren Nagase acted in?
Ren Nagase has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ren Nagase?
Other notable films include "Doraemon the Movie: Nobita's Sky Utopia", "Yowamushi Pedal", and "Last Man FAKE/TRUTH".




