Saburo Kitajima - Actor Profile

Saburo Kitajima

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
37Total Films
7.5 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 4, 1936
Birth Place: Shiriuchi, Hokkaido, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Saburo Kitajima reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 37 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Crime

The majority of Saburo Kitajima's filmography leans towards the Crime 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 19% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Saburo Kitajima remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Giovanni's Island, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Saburo Kitajima Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Saburo Kitajima's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Saburo Kitajima.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2014 Giovanni's Island Genzou Senou (voice) Super Hit Similar →
1998 Ambition Without Honor 3 - Flop Similar →
1996 Ambition Without Honor Ishibashi Hit Similar →
1991 Abarenbo Shogun: The Bride of Edo Castle - Flop Similar →
1985 Abarenbo Shogun II – New Year’s Special - Flop Similar →
1984 The Story of a Man Among Men - Average Similar →
1976 A Cheerful Yakuza - Flop Similar →
1972 Contemporary Tales of Chivalry: The Traitor Shall Die - Flop Similar →
1972 Informal Dress - Flop Similar →
1971 Hibari no Subete - Flop Similar →
1971 The Kanto Brothers' Code of Honor - Flop Similar →
1970 Code Between Brothers: All New - Average Similar →
1970 A Gangster's Morals - Flop Similar →
1970 The Fearless Brotherhood Duet of Kanto - Flop Similar →
1969 Married Woman: Another Law of the Night - Flop Similar →
1969 The SAKURA Code Tatsuji Komatsu Flop Similar →
1969 Sakura sakazuki: gikyōdai - Flop Similar →
1968 Gambler Biography Kôhei Kozakura Flop Similar →
1968 Brothers'Code - The Back Relation - Flop Similar →
1968 Showdown of Men 4: Tetsu, the White Tiger - Hit Similar →
1967 Code Between Brothers 6 Ryuji Bando Hit Similar →
1967 Ishimatsu the Yakuza: Something's Fishy - Flop Similar →
1967 Showdown of Men 3 - Average Similar →
1967 Code Between Brothers 5 Ryuji Bando Hit Similar →
1967 North Sea Chivalry - Flop Similar →
1967 Code Between Brothers: Three Brothers of Kanto, Part II - Flop Similar →
1967 Showdown of Men 2 - Flop Similar →
1966 Code Between Brothers 3 - Flop Similar →
1966 Judo vs. Karate - Average Similar →
1966 Code Between Brothers 2 Seiji Sakurai Hit Similar →
1966 Showdown of Men - Flop Similar →
1966 Code Between Brothers Katsuji Hit Similar →
1965 One Man's Chivalry - Flop Similar →
1965 The Domain: Kanto Legends of Chivalry - Average Similar →
1965 The Gambler - Flop Similar →
1964 Tale on Tokai Chivalry - Flop Similar →
1963 Song of Yakuza - Flop Similar →

Saburo Kitajima - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Saburo Kitajima?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Saburo Kitajima is "Giovanni's Island" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Saburo Kitajima acted in?

Saburo Kitajima has been featured in at least 37 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Saburo Kitajima?

Other notable films include "Code Between Brothers", "Code Between Brothers 2", and "Showdown of Men 4: Tetsu, the White Tiger".