Kantarō Suga - Actor Profile

Kantarō Suga

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
50Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 12, 1934
Birth Place: Yuzawa, Akita Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kantarō Suga reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Kantarō Suga'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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kantarō Suga remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Lady Sen and Hideyori, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Kantarō Suga Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kantarō Suga's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0
Lady Sen and Hideyori (1962) movie poster
★8.0

Lady Sen and Hideyori: From the late 1500's through the founding of the Tokugawa Shogunate many battles were fought as the great warlords vied

Lady Sen and Hideyori

1962•Drama
★8.0
Tange Sazen: Heavenly Clouds, Earthly Dragon (1962) movie poster
★8.0

Tange Sazen: Heavenly Clouds, Earthly Dragon: This movie depicts a familiar samurai Tange Sazen story realistically. Tange loses one of his eyes and arms in an attemp

Tange Sazen: Heavenly Clouds, Earthly Dragon

1962•Drama
★7.7
Jeans Blues: No Future (1974) movie poster
★7.7

Jeans Blues: No Future: Hijiriko makes off from the bar she works at with money and a car that isn't hers. Meanwhile, Jiro Katagiri is up to no

Jeans Blues: No Future

1974•Crime
★7.6
Eleven Samurai (1967) movie poster
★7.6

Eleven Samurai: The lord of the Oshi fief is killed by his trespassing neighbour, the cruel and despotic Nariatsu, son of the former Sho

Eleven Samurai

1967•Action
★7.6
Cash Calls Hell (1966) movie poster
★7.6

Cash Calls Hell: Before leaving prison, Oida uncomfortably enters into an agreement with his cell mate: in exchange for a half-share of 3

Cash Calls Hell

1966•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kantarō Suga.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1993 Dark Society in the East - Average Similar →
1991 The Hitman: Blood Smells Like Roses - Average Similar →
1990 Yakuza Ladies: The Final Battle Lawyer Sakurai Flop Similar →
1988 Labyrinth Romanesque - Flop Similar →
1987 Shinran: Path to Purity - Flop Similar →
1987 Daydream 2 - Flop Similar →
1983 The Shogun's Vault IV: The Gold Mines of Sado - Flop Similar →
1983 Nezumi Kozo Jirokichi hissatsu no shiraha - Flop Similar →
1982 Kasajiro: Truncheon versus Sword - Flop Similar →
1981 Gate of Youth Ichimura Hit Similar →
1978 The Tragedy in the Devil-Mask Village Kazuomi Ebata Hit Similar →
1978 The Okinawa War of Ten Years - Average Similar →
1977 Amorous Tales of Genpei Taira no Kiyomori Flop Similar →
1977 Utamaro's World - Flop Similar →
1977 The General and His Empire of Joy Tokugawa Ietsuna Flop Similar →
1974 Pastoral: To Die in the Country Shuji Hit Similar →
1974 Girl Boss: Crazy Ball Game - Hit Similar →
1974 A College Girl's Affairs - Flop Similar →
1974 Jeans Blues: No Future - Super Hit Similar →
1974 Bohachi Bushido: The Villain - Hit Similar →
1973 Dangerous Trade in Kobe - Hit Similar →
1973 A Diary of a Woman Doctor - Flop Similar →
1972 The Fearless Avenger - Hit Similar →
1972 The Viper Brothers: 18 Extortion Threats - Flop Similar →
1972 Turtle Geisha Kurajirô Hattori Flop Similar →
1972 The Trail of Blood - Average Similar →
1968 Ninja's Mark Iemitsu Average Similar →
1968 A History of the Japanese Underworld - Flop Similar →
1967 Eleven Samurai Lord Nariatsu Super Hit Similar →
1966 Cash Calls Hell - Super Hit Similar →
1965 Sword of the Beast Daizaburo Hit Similar →
1964 Cruel Story of the Shogunate's Downfall - Hit Similar →
1964 Main Street in the Underworld - Average Similar →
1964 The Third Ninja - Hit Similar →
1964 Vanquished Foes - Hit Similar →
1963 13 Assassins Naritsugu Hit Similar →
1963 Road In the Mist - Flop Similar →
1963 Yagyu Military Art: Jubei's Redemption - Average Similar →
1962 Case of a Young Lord 10: The Mystery of the Spider Lady - Flop Similar →
1962 Mark of Blood - Average Similar →
1962 The Phantom Goblin - Average Similar →
1962 Yoka chigo zakura Make no wakamusha - Flop Similar →
1962 Tange Sazen: Heavenly Clouds, Earthly Dragon Suwa Eizaburō Super Hit Similar →
1962 Lady Sen and Hideyori - Super Hit Similar →
1962 八幡鳩九郎 - Flop Similar →
1962 Knightly Advice - Hit Similar →
1961 Hibari is Fashion Crazy - Average Similar →
1961 The Cave of the Vampire Bats Yoshimaru Average Similar →
1961 The South Sea Wolf Aogai Katsunoshin Flop Similar →
1961 Kirimaru Kirigakure - Flop Similar →

Kantarō Suga - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kantarō Suga?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kantarō Suga is "Lady Sen and Hideyori" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Kantarō Suga acted in?

Kantarō Suga has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kantarō Suga?

Other notable films include "Tange Sazen: Heavenly Clouds, Earthly Dragon", "Jeans Blues: No Future", and "Eleven Samurai".