Shōji Yasui - Actor Profile

Shōji Yasui

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
50Total Films
8.2 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 16, 1928
Birth Place: Tokyo, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shōji Yasui 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 Shōji Yasui'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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shōji Yasui 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 Shōji Yasui Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shōji Yasui's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shōji Yasui.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2001 Siberian Express 2 - Flop Similar →
1993 Yearning - Flop Similar →
1978 The Fall of Ako Castle Uemon Hit Similar →
1964 Detective - Flop Similar →
1963 Blackmail - Flop Similar →
1963 Travels of Hibari and Chiemi 2 Horigome Kazuma Flop Similar →
1962 Nerai uchi buraikan - Flop Similar →
1962 The Yagyu Military Art: One Eyed Swordsman - Average Similar →
1962 Tokyo's Business District - Flop Similar →
1962 Love School - Flop Similar →
1962 A Warrior Generation - Flop Similar →
1962 Kuro to aka no hanabira - Flop Similar →
1961 Hibari is Fashion Crazy - Average Similar →
1961 The Conspirator - Average Similar →
1961 Yakuza Princess of Edo Shogun Iemitsu Flop Similar →
1961 Mist and Shadows - Flop Similar →
1961 Jirocho’s Days of Youth: The Youngest Boss in the Tokai Region - Flop Similar →
1961 Little Tengu - Flop Similar →
1961 A Young Warrior on Mount Fuji - Flop Similar →
1961 Diary of Good Conduct Matashiro: A beautiful bat - Average Similar →
1960 Mahiru no wana Ken Flop Similar →
1960 Honno-Ji in Flames - Flop Similar →
1960 Good-for-Nothing - Hit Similar →
1960 命との対決 - Flop Similar →
1960 Hot Corner Murder Arashi Flop Similar →
1959 The Human Condition II: Road to Eternity Minarai Shikan Super Hit Similar →
1959 Love in the Mountains - Flop Similar →
1959 Koko ni otoko ari - Flop Similar →
1959 The Echo of Love - Flop Similar →
1959 Machi ga nemuru toki - Flop Similar →
1959 Unripe Fruit - Flop Similar →
1959 The Stream of Youth - Flop Similar →
1958 Zesshou Ôtani Flop Similar →
1958 The Seasons of Love Shimizudani Flop Similar →
1958 Rusty Knife Prosecutor Karita Average Similar →
1958 Fangs of Night - Flop Similar →
1958 Forbidden Lips - Flop Similar →
1957 Mountain Pass - Flop Similar →
1957 Temptation Sôhei Tadokoro Super Hit Similar →
1957 Harbor Rats - Flop Similar →
1957 Joshiryōsai - Flop Similar →
1957 Saigo no totsugeki - Flop Similar →
1956 Okinawa no Tami - Flop Similar →
1956 Kanshō fujin - Flop Similar →
1956 Gyakukōsen Fumio Maki Flop Similar →
1956 The Burmese Harp Mizushima Super Hit Similar →
1955 The Samurai of Edo - Average Similar →
1955 The Heart Hioki Jiro Hit Similar →
1955 The Moon Has Risen Shōji Hit Similar →
1954 The Black Current - Flop Similar →

Shōji Yasui - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shōji Yasui?

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

How many movies has Shōji Yasui acted in?

Shōji Yasui has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shōji Yasui?

Other notable films include "Temptation", "The Burmese Harp", and "The Heart".