Ryūko Azuma - Actor Profile

Ryūko Azuma

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 10, 1917
Birth Place: Tokyo, Japan

About Ryūko Azuma

14-year Ryuko debuted in "Yoake" from Kawai Film Company. Two years later she made appearances in three films starred 27-year Ichikawa Tomonsuke who has distribution partnership with Kawai. In 11 years when Kawai Films became Daito Films and later Daiei, Ryuko appeared in 215 films. From 1955 to 1965 Ryuko Azuma and her husband Kusuo Abe work for Toei films.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ryūko Azuma 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 Ryūko Azuma'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), Ryūko Azuma remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Travels of Lord Mito Pt.1, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ryūko Azuma Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ryūko Azuma's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ryūko Azuma.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1984 The Story of a Man Among Men - Average Similar →
1981 Samurai Reincarnation - Average Similar →
1977 The Story of a Geisha - Flop Similar →
1977 Japanese Humanity and Justice - Hit Similar →
1975 The International Gang of Kobe Fusa Average Similar →
1975 Death at an Old Mansion Itoko Ichiyanagi Average Similar →
1974 The Street Fighter's Last Revenge Kunigami's Mother Average Similar →
1973 Battles Without Honor and Humanity Kunihiro Tome Hit Similar →
1972 Hikage-Mono - Flop Similar →
1972 Outlaw Killers: Three Mad Dog Brothers - Average Similar →
1972 The Pledge - Flop Similar →
1972 Withered Tree, the Adventures of Monjiro Tatsumi Super Hit Similar →
1972 The Kanto Scarlet Cherry Gang - Average Similar →
1971 The Path of the King - Average Similar →
1970 Jûroku-sai no keiken - Flop Similar →
1969 The Cross of Vengeance - Flop Similar →
1969 Brothers Serving Time - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Yakuza on Foot Eiho Ri Flop Similar →
1968 Gambling Den's Master Clan - Flop Similar →
1968 Bakeneko: A Vengeful Spirit - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Three Gamblers Sumiko Super Hit Similar →
1966 Koto—The Lake of Tears - Hit Similar →
1965 The Domain: Kanto Legends of Chivalry - Average Similar →
1965 Three Yakuza - Super Hit Similar →
1965 Cold Rice, Osan, Chan - Average Similar →
1965 Lord Tokugawa Ieyasu - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Blind Monk Swordsman - Flop Similar →
1963 The Kingdom of Jirocho 2 - Flop Similar →
1963 Blind Wolf - Flop Similar →
1963 Road In the Mist - Flop Similar →
1963 Love And Order - Flop Similar →
1962 Shimmering Sword - Flop Similar →
1962 Ōedo no taka - Flop Similar →
1962 Tales of Young Genji Kuro 3 - Hit Similar →
1962 Sakura Official - Average Similar →
1961 Bride of White Castle Otoshi Average Similar →
1960 Case of a Young Lord 8 - Super Hit Similar →
1959 An Actor's Revenge - Average Similar →
1959 Bride of Peacock Castle - Average Similar →
1958 Isshin Tasuke: A World in Danger - Average Similar →
1958 Noble Tasuke - Average Similar →
1956 Scramble for Fortune - Flop Similar →
1956 鍔鳴浪人 - Flop Similar →
1952 Travels of Lord Mito Pt.2 - Flop Similar →
1952 Travels of Lord Mito Pt.1 - Super Hit Similar →
1951 Trouble Over Swords and Women: Sword Light and Shooting Star - Flop Similar →
1951 Trouble Over Swords and Women: A Woman's Mind - Flop Similar →
1951 Jūrokumon karasudō: Sennin higan Okichi Flop Similar →
1937 Utsunomiya tsuritenjō - Flop Similar →
1936 Tenjiku Tokubei Mitsu Flop Similar →

Ryūko Azuma - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ryūko Azuma?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ryūko Azuma is "Travels of Lord Mito Pt.1" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Ryūko Azuma acted in?

Ryūko Azuma has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ryūko Azuma?

Other notable films include "Case of a Young Lord 8", "Bakeneko: A Vengeful Spirit", and "Lord Tokugawa Ieyasu".