Terue Shoji

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

17Total Films

8.5 Highest Rated

Born: Mar 15, 1933

Birth Place: Otaru, Hokkaido, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Terue Shoji reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Terue Shoji'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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Terue Shoji remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Tora-san's Love in Osaka, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Terue Shoji Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Terue Shoji's career based on audience ratings.

★8.5

Tora-san's Love in Osaka (1981) movie poster

★8.5

Tora-san's Love in Osaka: When his travels bring him to Osaka, Tora-san falls in love with a local geisha. He helps her to track down her estrange

Tora-san's Love in Osaka

1981•Comedy

★7.1

Always: Sunset on Third Street '64 (2012) movie poster

★7.1

Always: Sunset on Third Street '64: The Tokyo Olympics are about to open, and Rynosuke Chagawa is excited to receive a new TV set to watch the upcoming even

Always: Sunset on Third Street '64

2012•Comedy

★7.0

★7.0

The Voice of Sin: Eiji Akutsu is a newspaper reporter. He is working on unsolved case that took place 30 years ago. The case involved a gr

The Voice of Sin

2020•Crime

★7.0

The Voice of Sin: Eiji Akutsu is a newspaper reporter. He is working on unsolved case that took place 30 years ago. The case involved a gr

The Voice of Sin

2020•Crime

★6.5

★6.5

Knockout: A Japanese boxer stages a dramatic and dangerous comeback after suffering brain damage in the ring.

Knockout

1989•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Terue Shoji.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2020	The Voice of Sin	Michi Suto	Hit	Similar →
2020	The Voice of Sin	Michi Sudo	Hit	Similar →
2012	Always: Sunset on Third Street '64	Midwife	Hit	Similar →
2009	Honokaa Boy	Mizue	Average	Similar →
2003	Pretty Woman	Kotoe Ishikura	Flop	Similar →
1989	Knockout	-	Hit	Similar →
1989	Dream Street	Matsue	Flop	Similar →
1981	Tora-san's Love in Osaka	-	Super Hit	Similar →
1970	A Lively Geisha	-	Flop	Similar →
1969	Woman Boss: Chivalrous Fight	Chiyoko	Flop	Similar →
1969	喜劇深夜族	-	Flop	Similar →
1969	The Bad Boss 3	-	Flop	Similar →
1969	The Woman Gambler's Tenth Game	-	Flop	Similar →
1966	Sucharaka Shain	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	A Country Boss	Juso neighborhood shop maid	Flop	Similar →
1961	Tabiwa Oiroke	-	Flop	Similar →
1959	The Princess Says No	-	Flop	Similar →

Terue Shoji - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Terue Shoji?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Terue Shoji is "Tora-san's Love in Osaka" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Terue Shoji acted in?

Terue Shoji has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Terue Shoji?

Other notable films include "Always: Sunset on Third Street '64", "The Voice of Sin", and "The Voice of Sin".