Hiroko Maki - Actor Profile

Hiroko Maki

Acting
Freshness: Jan 29, 2026
14Total Films
7.1 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 10, 1948
Birth Place: Tokyo, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Hiroko Maki reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Hiroko Maki'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 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Hiroko Maki remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rhapsody in August, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Hiroko Maki Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Hiroko Maki's career based on audience ratings.

★7.1
Rhapsody in August (1991) movie poster
★7.1

Rhapsody in August: An elderly Nagasaki hibakusha spends a summer caring for her four grandchildren, whose curiosity about the 1945 bombing

Rhapsody in August

1991•Drama
★7.0
The Blossom and the Sword (1973) movie poster
★7.0

The Blossom and the Sword: Tai Kato’s early 20th century set yakuza epic about an ordinary merchant girl (Hiroko Maki) who crosses paths with an as

The Blossom and the Sword

1973•Action
★6.7
Wasabi (2001) movie poster
★6.7

Wasabi: Hubert is a French policeman with very sharp methods. After being forced to take 2 months off by his boss, who doesn't s

Wasabi

2001•Drama
★5.7
The International Gang of Kobe (1975) movie poster
★5.7

The International Gang of Kobe: In 1947, in Kobe, Japan, a local street gang fights for their survival when its turf is overrun by United States occupat

The International Gang of Kobe

1975•Crime
★5.4
Zero (1984) movie poster
★5.4

Zero: Two young men are recruited into the Japanese air force just before outbreak of WW2 by the test pilot of Japans new supe

Zero

1984•War

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Hiroko Maki.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2001 Wasabi Atsuko Nakano Hit Similar →
1992 Horror House Vol.1: Grudge Ghost Classroom - Flop Similar →
1992 Gorotsuki - Flop Similar →
1991 Rhapsody in August - Hit Similar →
1985 A Cornered Apartment Wife - Flop Similar →
1984 Someday, Someone Will Be Killed Ami Nagayama Flop Similar →
1984 Zero - Flop Similar →
1984 不倫　この愛が裁けますか - Flop Similar →
1982 Lady on 6th Street: Taste of Honey Eri Flop Similar →
1979 Love Me Tenderly, Love Me Wildly - Flop Similar →
1976 Yojōhan seishun garasu-bari 水島英子 Flop Similar →
1976 The Sea of Eden - Flop Similar →
1975 The International Gang of Kobe Maki Tajima Average Similar →
1973 The Blossom and the Sword Mine Kondô Hit Similar →

Hiroko Maki - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Hiroko Maki?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hiroko Maki is "Rhapsody in August" with a rating of 7.1/10.

How many movies has Hiroko Maki acted in?

Hiroko Maki has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Hiroko Maki?

Other notable films include "The Blossom and the Sword", "Wasabi", and "The International Gang of Kobe".