Shōbun Inoue - Actor Profile

Shōbun Inoue

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
50Total Films
8.2 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 22, 1927
Birth Place: Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shōbun Inoue 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 Shōbun Inoue'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), Shōbun Inoue remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Human Condition II: Road to Eternity, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Shōbun Inoue Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shōbun Inoue's career based on audience ratings.

★8.2
The Human Condition II: Road to Eternity (1959) movie poster
★8.2

The Human Condition II: Road to Eternity: Kaji is sent to the Japanese army labeled Red and is mistreated by the vets. Along his assignment, Kaji witnesses cruelt

The Human Condition II: Road to Eternity

1959•War
★7.9
Throne of Blood (1957) movie poster
★7.9

Throne of Blood: Returning to their lord's castle, samurai warriors Washizu and Miki are waylaid by a spirit who predicts their futures.

Throne of Blood

1957•Drama
★7.1
The Thick-Walled Room (1956) movie poster
★7.1

The Thick-Walled Room: A group of rank-and-file Japanese soldiers are jailed for crimes against humanity, themselves victims of a nation refusi

The Thick-Walled Room

1956•Drama
★7.0
Zatoichi and the Fugitives (1968) movie poster
★7.0

Zatoichi and the Fugitives: Zatoichi runs afoul of some evil fugitives, working for a corrupt law official.

Zatoichi and the Fugitives

1968•Adventure
★7.0
A Sun-Tribe Myth from the Bakumatsu Era (1957) movie poster
★7.0

A Sun-Tribe Myth from the Bakumatsu Era: Saheji, a man-about-town, gets stuck at a high-class brothel when he can’t pay the bill. He makes the best of his situat

A Sun-Tribe Myth from the Bakumatsu Era

1957•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shōbun Inoue.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2001 All About Our House Yagita Average Similar →
1992 The Edo Murders: Sasachi's Greatest Triumph - Flop Similar →
1983 Dansen Policeman Flop Similar →
1983 The Duel in the Forbidden Territory - Flop Similar →
1980 May Love Be Restored Yugiri-ro client Flop Similar →
1976 The Sea of Eden - Flop Similar →
1975 Truck Rascals: No One Can Stop Me - Hit Similar →
1972 The Fearless Avenger - Hit Similar →
1970 Men and War I: Prelude to Destiny Goro Araki Hit Similar →
1970 Greatest Boss Of Japan - Flop Similar →
1969 The Wild Sea Higo Flop Similar →
1968 Zatoichi and the Fugitives Kumeji Hit Similar →
1968 Duel in the Storm - Flop Similar →
1966 Shinobi no mono 8: The Three Enemies - Average Similar →
1966 The Domain: Duel at Thunder Gate - Flop Similar →
1965 The Rule for a Vagabond - Flop Similar →
1964 Traveling Alone with a Guitar - Flop Similar →
1964 The Call of Blood Ushigorô Tobita Flop Similar →
1964 Sunset Hill - Flop Similar →
1964 The Long Death - Flop Similar →
1964 Cruel Gun Story Okada Hit Similar →
1963 Fight of the Gamblers - Average Similar →
1963 The Dragon Crest - Flop Similar →
1963 Distant Love - Average Similar →
1963 Ginza no jirochō tenka no ichidaiji - Flop Similar →
1963 The Symbol of a Man Mukaino Hit Similar →
1963 Akai ka to Rokudenashi - Flop Similar →
1963 Ore wa Jigoku no Butaichou - Flop Similar →
1963 Badge of the Night - Flop Similar →
1963 Notorious Bastard Inspector Matsumoto Flop Similar →
1963 Beyond the Green Hills - Flop Similar →
1962 A Man With Dragon Tattoos - Flop Similar →
1962 Satsujin-sha o oe - Flop Similar →
1962 Danger Pays Masa Hit Similar →
1962 Fresh Leaves - Flop Similar →
1962 零戦黒雲一家 - Flop Similar →
1962 Kidō sōsahan Minato no ryakudatsu-sha - Flop Similar →
1962 I Hate But Love - Hit Similar →
1962 Wakai tsume ato - Flop Similar →
1962 Yume ga ippai abarenbō - Flop Similar →
1962 Angel and the Outlaw - Flop Similar →
1962 Otoko to otoko no ikiru machi - Flop Similar →
1961 The Storm over Arabia Masa Flop Similar →
1961 Pursuit - Flop Similar →
1961 Gambler in the Sea - Flop Similar →
1959 The Human Condition II: Road to Eternity Akaboshi Jôtôhei Super Hit Similar →
1958 His Scarlet Cloak - Flop Similar →
1957 A Sun-Tribe Myth from the Bakumatsu Era Gonta Hit Similar →
1957 Throne of Blood Servant Super Hit Similar →
1956 The Thick-Walled Room - Hit Similar →

Shōbun Inoue - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shōbun Inoue?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shōbun Inoue is "The Human Condition II: Road to Eternity" with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has Shōbun Inoue acted in?

Shōbun Inoue has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shōbun Inoue?

Other notable films include "Throne of Blood", "The Thick-Walled Room", and "Zatoichi and the Fugitives".