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Ken Watanabe

Acting
Freshness: Jan 29, 2026
8Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Birth Place: Koide, Niigata, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ken Watanabe reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Action

The majority of Ken Watanabe's filmography leans towards the Action 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 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ken Watanabe remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Bruce's Fists Of Vengeance, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ken Watanabe Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ken Watanabe's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0
Bruce's Fists Of Vengeance (1980) movie poster
★7.0

Bruce's Fists Of Vengeance: To compete in his friend Peter's martial arts tournament, Jack flies into Manila from Hong Kong and brings along a book

Bruce's Fists Of Vengeance

1980•Action
★6.0
The Last American Soldier (1988) movie poster
★6.0

The Last American Soldier: Commander and his small band of freedom fighters make life difficult for the VC after the Vietnam War is over. They free

The Last American Soldier

1988•Action
★5.1
Karate Warrior (1987) movie poster
★5.1

Karate Warrior: Anthony is in the Phillipines visiting his father. He inadvertently interferes with the affairs of local gangster Quino,

Karate Warrior

1987•Action
★5.0
Ninja Warriors (1985) movie poster
★5.0

Ninja Warriors: Steve is a Ninja. He's been called in by the police to help them in their investigations. He's to work with Kevin, a pol

Ninja Warriors

1985•Action
★4.9
Karate Warrior 2 (1988) movie poster
★4.9

Karate Warrior 2: After studying martial arts in the Philippines and defeating his opponent Quino, Anthony Scott heads back to the U.S. to

Karate Warrior 2

1988•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ken Watanabe.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1988 Karate Warrior 2 Kimura Flop Similar →
1988 The Last American Soldier Father Average Similar →
1987 Karate Warrior Master Kimura Flop Similar →
1985 Ninja Warriors Kuroda Flop Similar →
1985 Double Edge Yoshiro Flop Similar →
1984 Ninja's Force - Flop Similar →
1982 Invaders of the Lost Gold Lt. Toyoda Flop Similar →
1980 Bruce's Fists Of Vengeance Samurai Master Hit Similar →

Ken Watanabe - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ken Watanabe?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ken Watanabe is "Bruce's Fists Of Vengeance" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Ken Watanabe acted in?

Ken Watanabe has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ken Watanabe?

Other notable films include "The Last American Soldier", "Karate Warrior", and "Ninja Warriors".