Shinsho Nakamaru - Actor Profile

Shinsho Nakamaru

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
50Total Films
7.1 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 25, 1949
Birth Place: Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shinsho Nakamaru 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 Shinsho Nakamaru'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), Shinsho Nakamaru remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Antarctica, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Shinsho Nakamaru Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shinsho Nakamaru's career based on audience ratings.

★7.1
Antarctica (1983) movie poster
★7.1

Antarctica: Two Japanese scientists, Ushioda and Ochi, develop a bond with their sled dogs while on an expedition in Antarctica.

Antarctica

1983•Drama
★7.0
Rock: Wanko no Shima (2011) movie poster
★7.0

Rock: Wanko no Shima: A boy, Shin, and his family are forced to evacuate the island of Miyakejima, when it erupts in 2000. Shin's dog, Rock, i

Rock: Wanko no Shima

2011
★7.0
Specialist 2 (2014) movie poster
★7.0

Specialist 2: A mysterious code written with letters and numbers is found on a street in Kyoto. Yoshito Takuma (Tsuyoshi Kusanagi) and

Specialist 2

2014•Crime
★6.9
The Eel (1997) movie poster
★6.9

The Eel: A businessman kills his adulterous wife and is sent to prison. After his release, he opens a barbershop and meets new pe

The Eel

1997•Drama
★6.9
Silhouette of Your Voice (2017) movie poster
★6.9

Silhouette of Your Voice: Kohei, a deaf university student, meets lively Taichi and finds rare connection. But as their bond deepens, Kohei must c

Silhouette of Your Voice

2017•Romance

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shinsho Nakamaru.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Alibi Breaker Special Watanuki Tetsuji Hit Similar →
2017 Silhouette of Your Voice Morimoto Tamotsu Hit Similar →
2016 Civil Violence 2 - Flop Similar →
2016 Civil Violence - Flop Similar →
2015 必殺仕事人2015 - Flop Similar →
2014 Specialist 2 Yusuke Higurashi Hit Similar →
2013 Specialist Yusuke Higurashi Average Similar →
2012 Ushijima the Loan Shark - Hit Similar →
2012 It All Started with Taking It All Off - Flop Similar →
2011 Rock: Wanko no Shima - Hit Similar →
2008 Nadeshiko Tai - Flop Similar →
2003 Rodeo Drive －ロデオドライブ－ - Flop Similar →
2000 巡査鉄兵の推理日誌 - Flop Similar →
1998 Amagi Pass - Flop Similar →
1997 The Eel Emiko Yamashita's Boyfriend Hit Similar →
1997 Black Market Emperor: Silver and Gold 7 - Underworld Horse Racing Hell - Flop Similar →
1997 Black Market Emperor: Silver and Gold 6 - Trap of Fear - Flop Similar →
1994 ＭＯＫＯにおまかせ - Flop Similar →
1988 Rinbu Kazuya Ôshiro Flop Similar →
1987 Ran Mitsuo: Niku shiiku Tôru Nihei Flop Similar →
1986 Reipuhantā: Tōrima Kôyama Flop Similar →
1986 Female Doctor: Flesh Slave Ishioka Flop Similar →
1985 奥飛騨二重心中 Mamoru Kawahara Flop Similar →
1984 Tattoo Matsuoka Flop Similar →
1984 Shufu to Sei-seikatsu Tadao Onodera Flop Similar →
1984 Benriya K-ko Sakuma Flop Similar →
1983 Rorikon hausu: Oshimeri Junko Masatoshi Okita Flop Similar →
1983 Antarctica - Hit Similar →
1983 Debauchery Takasaka Flop Similar →
1983 Koichiro Uno's Dirty Sisters' Barber Shop Tanima Shingo Flop Similar →
1983 Hoteru hime Shigesato Sawai Average Similar →
1982 Zeccho shimai ochiru Saburô Soejima Flop Similar →
1982 Jealousy Game Police Officer Flop Similar →
1982 Madam Scandal: Let Me Die for 10 Seconds Ken Miyamoto(宮本ケン) Flop Similar →
1982 Pink Tush Girls: Slinking Classmates Visitor in Bath house Flop Similar →
1982 Koichiro Uno's Wet and Riding Takano Flop Similar →
1981 Female Beautician Rope Discipline Ippei(一平) Flop Similar →
1981 Female Gym Coach: Jump and Straddle Kobayashi Flop Similar →
1981 Mitsuryōzuma: oku no uzuki Jirô Umezawa Flop Similar →
1981 I Love It From Behind! Kimura / Rei's boyfriend Flop Similar →
1980 Akai Tôri-ame Yasuda Flop Similar →
1980 White Uniform in Rope Hell Sayama Flop Similar →
1979 Hell's Revenge Naoya Satake Flop Similar →
1978 Five Pink Girls Seijuro Flop Similar →
1976 Lady Moonflower Horiguchi(堀口) Flop Similar →
1976 Tattooed Flower Vase Hideo Ogata Average Similar →
1976 Runa's Confession: 'Men Crawling All Over Me' Ken'ichi Kuze Flop Similar →
1976 Wet Vase Iwasaki Flop Similar →
1976 Competition: Married Couples Secret Technique Shunsaku Midorikawa Flop Similar →
1976 Cloistered Nun: Runa's Confession - Flop Similar →

Shinsho Nakamaru - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shinsho Nakamaru?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shinsho Nakamaru is "Antarctica" with a rating of 7.1/10.

How many movies has Shinsho Nakamaru acted in?

Shinsho Nakamaru has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shinsho Nakamaru?

Other notable films include "Rock: Wanko no Shima", "Specialist 2", and "The Eel".