Eiji Bandō
ActingAbout Eiji Bandō
Eiji Bandō is a Japanese television entertainer, former baseball player and actor. Eiji Bandō professionally played for the Chunicihi Dragons until his retirement in 1970 when he became a baseball commentator for Chubu Nippon Broadcasting Corporation. He made a break-out in Television in 1985 in To Kinyobi no Tsumatachi on Tokyo Broadcasting System Television. From there he had roles in several films, including Buddies, 47 Ronin, and Poppoya, all co-starring Ken Takakura.
Eiji Bandō Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Eiji Bandō reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Eiji Bandō's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 45% of Eiji Bandō's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains 47 Ronin, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Eiji Bandō Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eiji Bandō's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Eiji Bandō has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Neck | Professor Qingtao | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Hutch the Honeybee | Koganenash | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Faraway Heaven | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Stormy Night | Elder Goat (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Railroad Man | Mailman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Yukon | Goro Takahashi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | 47 Ronin | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | The man who became a billionaire. | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Madadayo | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Buddies | Mizuta | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Father | Kikutaro Higure | Flop | Similar → |
Eiji Bandō - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Eiji Bandō?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eiji Bandō is "47 Ronin" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Eiji Bandō acted in?
Eiji Bandō has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Eiji Bandō?
Other notable films include "Madadayo", "Railroad Man", and "Stormy Night".