What is Hisao Maki's latest movie?

Hisao Maki's most recent film is "Detective Story" (2007).

Is Hisao Maki a good actor?

Hisao Maki has an average audience rating of 2.1/10 across 16 films on movieMx, with standout performances in Fighter in the Wind, Detective Story, Bodyguard Kiba.

Hisao Maki

Q: What is the best movie of Hisao Maki?

According to audience ratings on movieMx, the best movie starring Hisao Maki is "Fighter in the Wind" with a rating of 7.1/10.

Q: How many movies has Hisao Maki acted in?

Hisao Maki has been featured in at least 16 major films. Their complete ranked filmography is listed on this page.

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Updated: Apr 15, 2026

16Total Films

7.1 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 16, 1940

Hisao Maki Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Hisao Maki reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Hisao Maki's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 6% of Hisao Maki'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 Fighter in the Wind, which stands out as a key performance.

Best Hisao Maki Movies Ranked

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

★7.1

★7.1

Fighter in the Wind: An account of karate competitor Choi Yeung-Eui who went to Japan after World War II to become a fighter pilot but found

Fighter in the Wind

2004•Action

★5.9

★5.9

Detective Story: A detective and a businessman search for a serial killer who removes people's organs.

Detective Story

2007•Horror

★5.3

★5.3

Bodyguard Kiba: Naoto Kiba takes on the task of protecting thug Junpei who embezzled 500 million yen from Okinawa's largest gangster gan

Bodyguard Kiba

1993•Action

★5.2

★5.2

Family: When the mobster Iwaida Nishikawi is executed by the hit man Takeshi, his family chases the killer. Takeshi's brothers T

Family

2001•Action

★4.8

★4.8

Waru: A former gangster gets released from prison and goes to work for a group of people. The leader of this group becomes his

Waru

2006•Crime

Full Filmography

Every movie Hisao Maki has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2007	Detective Story	-	Average	Similar →
2006	Waru: The End	-	Flop	Similar →
2006	Waru	-	Flop	Similar →
2004	Fighter in the Wind	Martial Arts Association Elder	Hit	Similar →
2003	Sutegoro: The Three Kajiwara Brothers' Turbulent Showa History	-	Flop	Similar →
2001	The Legend of the Ando Family: The Road to Hell	-	Flop	Similar →
2001	Family	-	Flop	Similar →
2000	Ginza Midnight Story — Utopia 2	-	Flop	Similar →
2000	Ginza Midnight Story — Utopia	-	Flop	Similar →
1999	Silver	-	Flop	Similar →
1998	Waru Gaiden	-	Flop	Similar →
1995	New Book of the Waru 5: Conclusion	-	Flop	Similar →
1995	Bodyguard Kiba: Combat Apocalypse 2	-	Flop	Similar →
1993	Bodyguard Kiba	-	Flop	Similar →
1992	A Human Murder Weapon	Teacher Omoto	Flop	Similar →
1978	Karate Wars	-	Flop	Similar →

Hisao Maki - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Hisao Maki?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hisao Maki is "Fighter in the Wind" with a rating of 7.1/10.

How many movies has Hisao Maki acted in?

Hisao Maki has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Hisao Maki?

Other notable films include "Detective Story", "Bodyguard Kiba", and "Family".