Shōtarō Hayashi - Actor Profile

Shōtarō Hayashi

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 21, 1934
Birth Place: Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

About Shōtarō Hayashi

Japanese actor.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shōtarō Hayashi 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 Shōtarō Hayashi'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 58% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shōtarō Hayashi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Bitter Tears of a Woman Gambler, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Shōtarō Hayashi Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shōtarō Hayashi's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shōtarō Hayashi.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1989 Black Rain Mediator Hit Similar →
1985 Gray Sunset - Average Similar →
1984 The Story of a Man Among Men - Average Similar →
1982 Onimasa: A Japanese Godfather - Average Similar →
1981 Roaring Fire Satoru Average Similar →
1978 Winter's Flower - Average Similar →
1978 The Okinawa War of Ten Years - Average Similar →
1977 Hokuriku Proxy War - Average Similar →
1977 Japan's Don Miyoshi Kaneda Super Hit Similar →
1976 Yakuza Graveyard Kito Hit Similar →
1976 New Battles Without Honor and Humanity 3: Last Days of the Boss - Hit Similar →
1976 Operation Plazma in Osaka - Hit Similar →
1975 New Battles Without Honor and Humanity 2: Head of the Boss - Hit Similar →
1975 Gambling Den Heist Haruo Hit Similar →
1974 Code of Wolves - Hit Similar →
1974 The Tattooed Hitman - Average Similar →
1974 Bohachi Bushido: The Villain - Hit Similar →
1973 The Viper Brothers: The Blackmailers - Average Similar →
1973 Dangerous Trade in Kobe - Hit Similar →
1973 Girl Boss: Escape From Reform School Ministry of Justice Official A Average Similar →
1973 Battles Without Honor and Humanity Matsunaga Takeshi Hit Similar →
1972 Girl Boss Guerilla Shuji Nakahara Average Similar →
1972 The Kanto Scarlet Cherry Gang - Average Similar →
1971 Trials of an Okinawa Village - Average Similar →
1971 Bitter Tears of a Woman Gambler - Super Hit Similar →
1971 The Viper Brothers Tomoeda Yasuhiko (Yamakita Gang) Hit Similar →
1971 Fate Deals the Card of Death - Hit Similar →
1970 House of Gamblers - Hit Similar →
1970 Red Peony Gambler: Oryu's Return - Average Similar →
1970 Brave Red Flower of the North - Average Similar →
1969 Gambler's Legacy - Hit Similar →
1969 The Fort of Death - Hit Similar →
1969 Memoir of Japanese Assassinations - Hit Similar →
1969 Red Peony Gambler: Biographies of a Gambling Room - Average Similar →
1969 Brothers Serving Time - Super Hit Similar →
1969 The Biggest Gamble - Hit Similar →
1969 Red Peony Gambler: Flower Cards Game - Hit Similar →
1968 Red Peony Gambler - Hit Similar →
1968 Wicked Priest - Average Similar →
1967 Code Between Brothers 6 Narumi Suematsu Hit Similar →
1967 Code Between Brothers 5 Shohachi Shiotsu Hit Similar →
1966 Code Between Brothers 2 - Hit Similar →
1964 Miyamoto Musashi IV: The Duel at Ichijo-ji Temple - Hit Similar →
1963 Sasuke and His Comedians - Average Similar →
1962 Harakiri - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Sakura Official - Average Similar →
1961 Hibari is Fashion Crazy - Average Similar →
1961 Restoration Fire - Hit Similar →
1961 The Tale of Oiwa's Ghost Kanzō Sekiguchi Hit Similar →
1961 The Spear of Heroism - Average Similar →

Shōtarō Hayashi - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shōtarō Hayashi?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shōtarō Hayashi is "Bitter Tears of a Woman Gambler" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Shōtarō Hayashi acted in?

Shōtarō Hayashi has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shōtarō Hayashi?

Other notable films include "Harakiri", "Brothers Serving Time", and "Japan's Don".