Yūji Nanto - Actor Profile

Yūji Nanto

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
33Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 26, 1924
Birth Place: Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Yūji Nanto reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 33 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Yūji Nanto's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Yūji Nanto remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Lightning Sword, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Yūji Nanto Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Yūji Nanto's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Yūji Nanto.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1969 Memoir of Japanese Assassinations - Hit Similar →
1969 Kanto Woman Infamy - Flop Similar →
1968 Hot Springs Geisha - Flop Similar →
1968 Nunnery Confidential - Flop Similar →
1966 Hoodlum Soldier's Flight to Freedom - Flop Similar →
1966 Sucharaka Shain - Flop Similar →
1966 Yakuza Hooligans - Hit Similar →
1965 Chivalrous Nature - Flop Similar →
1965 Chocho and Yuji's Marital Goodness - Flop Similar →
1965 Tale of Ninja Duty - Flop Similar →
1964 The Domain - Average Similar →
1964 A Laughable Journey - Flop Similar →
1963 The Confusing Journey of Jirocho - Flop Similar →
1963 Nonsense Boys - Flop Similar →
1962 Naite waratta hanayome - Flop Similar →
1962 Fūryū onsen bantō nikki - Flop Similar →
1962 The Lightning Sword Takuro Super Hit Similar →
1962 Shin kitsune to tanuki - Flop Similar →
1962 Heso no taisho - Flop Similar →
1962 Nakayoshi ondo: Nippon ichi dayo - Flop Similar →
1962 A Country Boss Fruit shop proprietor Flop Similar →
1962 Kanpai! Sararīman shokun - Flop Similar →
1961 Bad Reputation Returns - Flop Similar →
1961 Kanbi no san-tō shain - Flop Similar →
1961 Kawachi fudoki zoku oiro ke seppō - Flop Similar →
1961 Shikaku yashiki - Flop Similar →
1958 The Princess of Badger Palace Overnight guest Flop Similar →
1957 The Blue Sky Maiden - Hit Similar →
1957 Utau yajikita kogane dōchū - Flop Similar →
1956 花笠太鼓 板前雄公 Flop Similar →
1956 Fighting Birds - Flop Similar →
1955 Yajikita manzai dōchū koshinuke ikka no maki - Flop Similar →
1955 Yaji Kita manzai dochu-Bakehime sodo no maki - Flop Similar →

Yūji Nanto - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Yūji Nanto?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yūji Nanto is "The Lightning Sword" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Yūji Nanto acted in?

Yūji Nanto has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Yūji Nanto?

Other notable films include "Yakuza Hooligans", "Memoir of Japanese Assassinations", and "The Blue Sky Maiden".