Kōtarō Bandō - Actor Profile

Kōtarō Bandō

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 4, 1911
Birth Place: Tokyo, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kōtarō Bandō 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 Kōtarō Bandō'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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kōtarō Bandō remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Kagebôshi: The Shadow Avenger, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Kōtarō Bandō Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kōtarō Bandō's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kōtarō Bandō.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1962 The Phantom Goblin - Average Similar →
1962 Ōedo no taka - Flop Similar →
1962 Kisaragi Sword Hyôko Yagyû Average Similar →
1962 鷹天皇飄々剣 吉野の風雲児 - Flop Similar →
1962 Bored Hatamoto: The Mysterious Coral Mansion - Flop Similar →
1961 The Tale of Oiwa's Ghost Akiyama Chobei Hit Similar →
1961 Diary of Good Conduct Matashiro: A beautiful bat - Average Similar →
1961 Way of Morning Mist - Flop Similar →
1961 Cases of An Actor in Disguise: Mansion of beauties - Flop Similar →
1960 Case of a Young Lord 8 - Super Hit Similar →
1960 Ghost of the 53 Stations Okuma Danemon Flop Similar →
1960 The Shogun’s Guard: Valor in Turbulence Abe Mondonosho Flop Similar →
1960 Hanjiro of Kusama: Bird of Passage - Average Similar →
1960 Decisive Battle at Kuroda Castle - Average Similar →
1960 Road Warriors Kakei Denhachiro Average Similar →
1960 Hibari’s Favorite 2 - Flop Similar →
1960 Daitengu shutsugen - Flop Similar →
1959 Tōkaidō yajikita chin dōchū Araki Mataemon Flop Similar →
1959 Elegy of a Geisha - Flop Similar →
1959 復讐秘文字峠 - Flop Similar →
1959 Kagebôshi: The Shadow Avenger - Super Hit Similar →
1959 決闘不動坂の大仇討 - Flop Similar →
1959 The Pacific War and the International Military Tribunal Admiral Yonai Flop Similar →
1958 Kyōen Kobanzame - Flop Similar →
1958 Poison Fang Oran - Flop Similar →
1957 Small Rats of the Edo Town Sanshichi Kada Flop Similar →
1956 Wakanohana: The Story of the Devil of the Dohyō - Flop Similar →
1956 Kingorô no omawari-san - Flop Similar →
1956 Kobushidake denki - Flop Similar →
1956 Family of Sorrow - Flop Similar →
1955 Duel at Sundown Yasunosuke Flop Similar →
1954 The Ghost Cat of Ouma Crossing - Hit Similar →
1954 Sazen Tange: The Monkey Pot - Flop Similar →
1954 Nagurikomi Songokū - Flop Similar →
1954 Terrible Ghost Cat of Okazaki - Super Hit Similar →
1953 Ghost-Cat of Arima Palace - Super Hit Similar →
1953 Gate of Hell Rokurō Hit Similar →
1953 Ghost of Saga Mansion - Super Hit Similar →
1952 Journey to the West 2: The Great Rampage of Son Goku - Flop Similar →
1952 Saiyûki - Hit Similar →
1951 Izayoi kaidō - Flop Similar →
1951 Mito Kōmon's Rambling Journey: The Sword of the Soaring Dragon - Flop Similar →
1951 The Tale of Genji To no Chujo Average Similar →
1951 Judge of the Ashuras - Flop Similar →
1949 Monsters Catcher Oedo Seven Changes - Flop Similar →
1948 Yūkyō no mure - Flop Similar →
1946 Utamaro and His Five Women Seinosuke Hit Similar →
1943 Military Song of the Morning Mist Shintarô Kunitake Flop Similar →
1935 The Palanquin Carrier Magistrate Gonza Flop Similar →
1932 Chûshingura - Zempen: Akahokyô no maki - Flop Similar →

Kōtarō Bandō - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kōtarō Bandō?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kōtarō Bandō is "Kagebôshi: The Shadow Avenger" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Kōtarō Bandō acted in?

Kōtarō Bandō has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kōtarō Bandō?

Other notable films include "Case of a Young Lord 8", "Ghost-Cat of Arima Palace", and "Terrible Ghost Cat of Okazaki".