Taichiro Hirokawa
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Taichirō Hirokawa (広川 太一郎, Hirokawa Taichirō, February 15, 1939 – March 3, 2008) was a Japanese voice actor and narrator. He was born in Tokyo on February 15, 1939, and died on March 3, 2008, in Shibuya from cancer. Hirokawa was consistently the Japanese dubbing voice for Tony Curtis, Roger Moore, Robert Redford, Dan Aykroyd, Michael Hui for multiple films airing on Japanese television, and various other one-time roles (e.g., Adam West, George Lazenby, Gian Maria Volonté, Gene Wilder).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Taichiro Hirokawa reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Animation
The majority of Taichiro Hirokawa's filmography leans towards the Animation 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 79% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Taichiro Hirokawa remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sherlock Hound: Mrs. Hudson Is Taken Hostage / The White Cliffs of Dover, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Taichiro Hirokawa Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Taichiro Hirokawa's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Taichiro Hirokawa.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Sherlock Hound: The Movie | Sherlock Holmes (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Mezzo Forte | Kenichi Kurokawa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Red Crow and the Ghost Ship | Red Crow (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Saint Seiya: Legend of Crimson Youth | Abel (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Sherlock Hound: Mrs. Hudson Is Taken Hostage / The White Cliffs of Dover | Holmes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Lupin vs. Holmes | Arsène Lupin (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Be Forever Yamato | Mamoru Kodai (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Space Battleship Yamato: The New Voyage | Mamoru Kodai (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Captain Future: The Great Race in the Solar System | Curtis Newton/Captain Future | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Space Battleship Yamato | Kodai Mamoru (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Lupin the Third: Pilot Film | Arsène Lupin III (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp | Michio | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | BGs of Ginza | Tatsuya Sakaki | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | 25 O'Clock in Shinjuku | - | Flop | Similar → |
Taichiro Hirokawa - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Taichiro Hirokawa?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Taichiro Hirokawa is "Sherlock Hound: Mrs. Hudson Is Taken Hostage / The White Cliffs of Dover" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Taichiro Hirokawa acted in?
Taichiro Hirokawa has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Taichiro Hirokawa?
Other notable films include "Space Battleship Yamato", "Sherlock Hound: The Movie", and "Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp".