Eiko Muramatsu - Actor Profile

Eiko Muramatsu

Acting
Updated: Apr 16, 2026
11Total Films
7.8 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 31, 1938
Birth Place: Tokyo, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Eiko Muramatsu Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Eiko Muramatsu 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 Eiko Muramatsu's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 27% of Eiko Muramatsu'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 The Face of Another, which stands out as a key performance.

Advertisement

Best Eiko Muramatsu Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Eiko Muramatsu's career based on audience ratings.

★7.8
The Face of Another (1966) movie poster
★7.8

The Face of Another: A businessman with a disfigured face obtains a lifelike mask from his new doctor, but the mask starts altering his perso

The Face of Another

1966•Drama
★7.7
Kwaidan (1965) movie poster
★7.7

Kwaidan: Taking its title from an archaic Japanese word meaning "ghost story," this anthology adapts four folk tales. A penniless

Kwaidan

1965•Horror
★7.3
The Castle of Sand (1974) movie poster
★7.3

The Castle of Sand: Two detectives are tasked to investigate the murder of an old man, found bludgeoned to death in a Tokyo rail yard.

The Castle of Sand

1974•Crime
★6.2
Devil's Flute (1979) movie poster
★6.2

Devil's Flute: Famous detective Kindaichi solves a series of mysterious murders in a wealthy family. An excellent blend of intrigue and

Devil's Flute

1979•Mystery
★6.0
Rub Out the Past (1966) movie poster
★6.0

Rub Out the Past: A lone wolf tries to eliminate a drug-smuggling operation.

Rub Out the Past

1966•Crime

Full Filmography

Every movie Eiko Muramatsu has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1979 Devil's Flute Hanako Shingu Average Similar →
1975 Death at an Old Mansion Shizuko Shiraki Average Similar →
1974 The Castle of Sand Mama at Ginza Club (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1969 Prime Time Girls - Flop Similar →
1967 Falling Blossoms - Flop Similar →
1967 Sodachi zakari - Flop Similar →
1966 Assignment Cloud Umeka Flop Similar →
1966 Rub Out the Past Yoko Misawa Average Similar →
1966 The Face of Another Secretary Super Hit Similar →
1965 Kwaidan Kenreiinmon (segment "Hoichi the Earless") Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Storm over Arabia Ritsuko Flop Similar →

Eiko Muramatsu - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Eiko Muramatsu?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eiko Muramatsu is "The Face of Another" with a rating of 7.8/10.

How many movies has Eiko Muramatsu acted in?

Eiko Muramatsu has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Eiko Muramatsu?

Other notable films include "Kwaidan", "The Castle of Sand", and "Devil's Flute".

Advertisement