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Masao Matsuda

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
13Total Films
7.4 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 14, 1933

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Masao Matsuda reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Masao Matsuda'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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Masao Matsuda remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Death by Hanging, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Masao Matsuda Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Masao Matsuda's career based on audience ratings.

★7.4
Death by Hanging (1968) movie poster
★7.4

Death by Hanging: A Korean man is sentenced to death in Japan but somehow survives his execution, sending the authorities into a panic abo

Death by Hanging

1968•Comedy
★6.2
Red Army/PFLP: Declaration of World War (1971) movie poster
★6.2

Red Army/PFLP: Declaration of World War: On their way back from the Cannes Film Festival in 1971, filmmakers Wakamatsu Koji and Adachi Masao visited Lebanon to m

Red Army/PFLP: Declaration of World War

1971•Documentary
★6.0
The Lonely Hearts Club Band in September (1982) movie poster
★6.0

The Lonely Hearts Club Band in September: Ryo once rode with a biker gang; ever since his friend Tetsuji died riding in September, he's retired from biking, tryin

The Lonely Hearts Club Band in September

1982•Drama
★5.0
Prisoner/Terrorist (2007) movie poster
★5.0

Prisoner/Terrorist: During a suicide attack on an airport, the hand grenade of 'M', one of three terrorists, malfunctions, leaving him captu

Prisoner/Terrorist

2007•Drama
★4.5
Diary of a Shinjuku Thief (1969) movie poster
★4.5

Diary of a Shinjuku Thief: In Tokyo's Shinjuku district, the lives of a young man prone to theft, a young woman he meets at a bookstore, and a kabu

Diary of a Shinjuku Thief

1969•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Masao Matsuda.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2007 Prisoner/Terrorist - Flop Similar →
2005 Left Alone Self Flop Similar →
2002 Japan, the Red Years Self Flop Similar →
1999 Mofuku Shimai: Tappuri Nurashite - Flop Similar →
1992 Kirai ja nai yo 2 - Flop Similar →
1984 Sexual Beast Sacrifice - Flop Similar →
1982 Zokubutsu zukan - Flop Similar →
1982 The Lonely Hearts Club Band in September Drunk Average Similar →
1982 The Rape Man at counter Flop Similar →
1971 Red Army/PFLP: Declaration of World War - Average Similar →
1969 Diary of a Shinjuku Thief - Flop Similar →
1968 The Pistol That Sprouted Hair - Flop Similar →
1968 Death by Hanging Secretary of the D.A. Hit Similar →

Masao Matsuda - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Masao Matsuda?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Masao Matsuda is "Death by Hanging" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Masao Matsuda acted in?

Masao Matsuda has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Masao Matsuda?

Other notable films include "Red Army/PFLP: Declaration of World War", "The Lonely Hearts Club Band in September", and "Prisoner/Terrorist".