Junshi Shimada - Actor Profile

Junshi Shimada

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
10Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 12, 1938
Birth Place: Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan

Junshi Shimada Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Junshi Shimada reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 20% of Junshi Shimada'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 Silence, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Junshi Shimada Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Junshi Shimada's career based on audience ratings.

★7.2
Silence (1971) movie poster
★7.2

Silence: Two Jesuit priests encounter persecution when they travel to Japan in the 17th century to spread Christianity and search

Silence

1971•Drama
★6.5
Tora-san, the Go-Between (1985) movie poster
★6.5

Tora-san, the Go-Between: In Nagasaki, Tora-san and an acquaintance help an old woman who has fallen and injured herself. She invites them to her

Tora-san, the Go-Between

1985•Comedy
★5.0
Barefoot Gen (1976) movie poster
★5.0

Barefoot Gen: First live action adaptation of Keiji Nakazawa's manga.

Barefoot Gen

1976•Drama
★4.8
Zero Fighter (1976) movie poster
★4.8

Zero Fighter: Based on the true story of Saburo Sakai, ace pilot in the Pacific War. As he witnesses his comrades die, Sakai must face

Zero Fighter

1976•Drama
★4.5
Kagaku Sentai Dynaman: The Movie (1983) movie poster
★4.5

Kagaku Sentai Dynaman: The Movie: The Dynaman must prevent a powerful new gun invented by a friend of Doctor Yumeno from falling into the hands of the Jas

Kagaku Sentai Dynaman: The Movie

1983•Sci-Fi

Full Filmography

Every movie Junshi Shimada has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2007 Long Wedding Road! Tokyo vs. Osaka Wakeari Kon Monogatari - Flop Similar →
2005 Samurai Justice 2: Mother & Daughter Ogawa Sotetsu Flop Similar →
1996 Shadow Warrior of Nobunaga Oda - Flop Similar →
1990 Tange Sazen - Flop Similar →
1985 Tora-san, the Go-Between - Hit Similar →
1983 The Tale of Saikaido - Flop Similar →
1983 Kagaku Sentai Dynaman: The Movie Dr. Kyuutarou Yumeno Flop Similar →
1976 Zero Fighter Handa Hisôchô Flop Similar →
1976 Barefoot Gen Paku Flop Similar →
1971 Silence Prisoner official Hit Similar →

Junshi Shimada - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Junshi Shimada?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Junshi Shimada is "Silence" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Junshi Shimada acted in?

Junshi Shimada has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Junshi Shimada?

Other notable films include "Tora-san, the Go-Between", "Barefoot Gen", and "Zero Fighter".

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