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Manabu Yamada

Acting
Updated: Apr 18, 2026
5Total Films
2.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 18, 1969
Birth Place: Tochigi - Japan

About Manabu Yamada

Manabu Yamada is a retired Japanese mixed martial arts fighter. He is best known for his participation in Shooto and Pancrase fighting organizations. On December 17, 1994 Yamada advanced to the finals of the King of Pancrase Tournament where he lost to Ken Shamrock via unanimous decision.

Known For: Acting

Manabu Yamada Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Manabu Yamada reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Manabu Yamada'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 Pancrase: Truth 7, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Manabu Yamada Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Manabu Yamada's career based on audience ratings.

★2.0
Pancrase: Truth 7 (1996) movie poster
★2.0

Pancrase: Truth 7: Pancrase: Truth 7 was an event held on October 8, 1996, at the Tsuyuhashi Sport Center in Nagoya, Aichi, Japan. Results

Pancrase: Truth 7

1996
★2.0
Pancrase: Eyes of Beast 2 (1995) movie poster
★2.0

Pancrase: Eyes of Beast 2: Pancrase: Eyes of Beast 2 was an event held on March 10, 1995, at the Yokohama Cultural Gymnasium in Yokohama, Kanagawa,

Pancrase: Eyes of Beast 2

1995
★2.0
Pancrase: Road to the Championship 1 (1994) movie poster
★2.0

Pancrase: Road to the Championship 1: Pancrase: Road to the Championship 1 was an event held on May 31, 1994, at Nippon Budokan in Tokyo, Japan.

Pancrase: Road to the Championship 1

1994
★2.0
Pancrase: Eyes of Beast 1 (1995) movie poster
★2.0

Pancrase: Eyes of Beast 1: Pancrase: Eyes of Beast 1 was an event held on January 26, 1995, at the Aichi Budokan Arena in Nagoya, Aichi, Japan.

Pancrase: Eyes of Beast 1

1995
★0.0
Pancrase: King of Pancrase Tournament Second Round (1994) movie poster
★0.0

Pancrase: King of Pancrase Tournament Second Round: Pancrase: King of Pancrase Tournament Second Round took place on December 17, 1994 in Tokyo, Japan.

Pancrase: King of Pancrase Tournament Second Round

1994

Full Filmography

Every movie Manabu Yamada has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1996 Pancrase: Truth 7 Himself Flop Similar →
1995 Pancrase: Eyes of Beast 2 Himself Flop Similar →
1995 Pancrase: Eyes of Beast 1 - Flop Similar →
1994 Pancrase: King of Pancrase Tournament Second Round Himself Flop Similar →
1994 Pancrase: Road to the Championship 1 Himself Flop Similar →

Manabu Yamada - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Manabu Yamada?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Manabu Yamada is "Pancrase: Truth 7" with a rating of 2.0/10.

How many movies has Manabu Yamada acted in?

Manabu Yamada has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Manabu Yamada?

Other notable films include "Pancrase: Eyes of Beast 2", "Pancrase: Road to the Championship 1", and "Pancrase: Eyes of Beast 1".

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