Jiro Shirai - Actor Profile

Jiro Shirai

Acting
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
28Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 18, 1950
Birth Place: Kyoto, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jiro Shirai reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 28 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Jiro Shirai'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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jiro Shirai remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in 映画村殺人事件, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jiro Shirai Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jiro Shirai's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
映画村殺人事件 (1980) movie poster
★10.0

映画村殺人事件:

映画村殺人事件

1980•Drama
★8.0
Samon’s Hell Revenge: Unauthorised Jutte Records 2 - The Assassination of the Shogun (1983) movie poster
★8.0

Samon’s Hell Revenge: Unauthorised Jutte Records 2 - The Assassination of the Shogun: Samon Kamiyama, a yoriki of the Minami-machi magistrate infiltrates the Denzū-machi prison disguised as Mushuku Sahēji.

Samon’s Hell Revenge: Unauthorised Jutte Records 2 - The Assassination of the Shogun

1983•Action
★7.8
The Decisive Power of Aikido (1975) movie poster
★7.8

The Decisive Power of Aikido: It is about the life of Ueshiba - the founder of aikido. We can see how he decided to develop aikido and how he did it.

The Decisive Power of Aikido

1975•History
★7.5
Japan's Don (1977) movie poster
★7.5

Japan's Don: A yakuza leader must balance his violent tactics necessary for the rough streets of 1960s Tokyo with the domestic needs

Japan's Don

1977•Crime
★7.0
Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Police Tactics (1974) movie poster
★7.0

Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Police Tactics: As Japan gears up for the 1964 Olympic games, the cops start to crack down on the gangs, under pressure from the public

Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Police Tactics

1974•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jiro Shirai.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1991 Abarenbo Shogun: The Bride of Edo Castle - Flop Similar →
1988 Goryokaku - Flop Similar →
1986 Yakuza Ladies - Flop Similar →
1984 Fireflies in the North - Flop Similar →
1984 Samon’s Hell Revenge: Unauthorised Jutte Records 4 - Flop Similar →
1983 Legend of the Eight Samurai Black Samurai F Average Similar →
1983 Odokumiyaku Shushou Kawaite sōrō - Flop Similar →
1983 The Shogun's Vault IV: The Gold Mines of Sado - Flop Similar →
1983 Samon’s Hell Revenge: Unauthorised Jutte Records 2 - The Assassination of the Shogun - Super Hit Similar →
1982 The House Where Evil Dwells Tadashi Flop Similar →
1981 Roaring Fire Kachime Average Similar →
1980 映画村殺人事件 - Super Hit Similar →
1979 The Shogun Assassins - Flop Similar →
1978 Message from Space: Galactic Wars The Movie Igar Flop Similar →
1977 Doberman Cop - Average Similar →
1977 Japanese Humanity and Justice - Hit Similar →
1977 Hokuriku Proxy War - Average Similar →
1977 Japan's Don - Super Hit Similar →
1977 Decapitation of an Evil Woman - Average Similar →
1976 Yakuza Graveyard Miyazaki Hit Similar →
1976 Sister Street Fighter: Fifth Level Fist Narcotics Agent Average Similar →
1976 Operation Plazma in Osaka - Hit Similar →
1975 The Decisive Power of Aikido - Super Hit Similar →
1975 Company Buggers - Hit Similar →
1974 Third Generation Boss - Flop Similar →
1974 Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Police Tactics Hisahiro Mori Hit Similar →
1973 Hell Riders in Kyoto - Flop Similar →
1973 Sex and Fury Oota Average Similar →

Jiro Shirai - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jiro Shirai?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jiro Shirai is "映画村殺人事件" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Jiro Shirai acted in?

Jiro Shirai has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jiro Shirai?

Other notable films include "Samon’s Hell Revenge: Unauthorised Jutte Records 2 - The Assassination of the Shogun", "The Decisive Power of Aikido", and "Japan's Don".