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Masanori Takeda

Acting
Freshness: Feb 01, 2026
19Total Films
8.1 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 25, 1890
Birth Place: Minato, Tokyo, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Masanori Takeda reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 19 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Masanori Takeda'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 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Masanori Takeda remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Lord Mito 2: The Nation's Vice Shogun, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Masanori Takeda Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Masanori Takeda's career based on audience ratings.

★8.1
Lord Mito 2: The Nation's Vice Shogun (1959) movie poster
★8.1

Lord Mito 2: The Nation's Vice Shogun: After settling the matter of shogunal succession, the retired Old Lord of Mito finds himself in a sea of trouble when he

Lord Mito 2: The Nation's Vice Shogun

1959•Adventure
★7.3
Lucky Dragon No. 5 (1959) movie poster
★7.3

Lucky Dragon No. 5: An ageing fishing boat, Dai-go Fukuryu Maru ("Lucky Dragon No. 5") sets out from the port of Yaizu in Shizuoka Prefectur

Lucky Dragon No. 5

1959•Drama
★6.8
The Wolves (1955) movie poster
★6.8

The Wolves: A group of five rookie insurance salespersons, driven to desperation by the impossibility of their work in Japan's faili

The Wolves

1955•Drama
★6.6
Souls in the Moonlight III (1959) movie poster
★6.6

Souls in the Moonlight III: Master swordsman, Tsukue Ryunosuke is confronted by the families of his victims. Will justice be served for the lost inn

Souls in the Moonlight III

1959•Drama
★6.2
A Spectacular Showdown (1959) movie poster
★6.2

A Spectacular Showdown: One of the great stories from Japan’s rich history comes to life in this true tale of the bloody showdown between two ri

A Spectacular Showdown

1959•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Masanori Takeda.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1960 Chikuhō no kodomotachi - Flop Similar →
1960 Dare yori mo kimi o aisu - Flop Similar →
1960 Deep River Melody - Average Similar →
1960 Official with a Tattoo - Average Similar →
1959 A Spectacular Showdown - Average Similar →
1959 The Edo Official and Apprentice - Average Similar →
1959 Lord Mito 2: The Nation's Vice Shogun - Super Hit Similar →
1959 Sudden Attack of the Christian Lord - Average Similar →
1959 Souls in the Moonlight III - Hit Similar →
1959 The Woman and the Pirate 伊留満兵衛 Flop Similar →
1959 Lucky Dragon No. 5 - Hit Similar →
1959 The Pacific War and the International Military Tribunal Prime Minister Suzuki Flop Similar →
1958 Emperor & Empress Meiji and the Sino-Japanese War - Flop Similar →
1957 Harbor Rats - Flop Similar →
1956 Actress - Flop Similar →
1956 The Bride and the Treasure 山野屋治右衛門 Flop Similar →
1955 元祿美少年記 吉田忠左衛門 Flop Similar →
1955 The Wolves - Hit Similar →
1954 日本敗れず - Flop Similar →

Masanori Takeda - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Masanori Takeda?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Masanori Takeda is "Lord Mito 2: The Nation's Vice Shogun" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Masanori Takeda acted in?

Masanori Takeda has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Masanori Takeda?

Other notable films include "Lucky Dragon No. 5", "The Wolves", and "Souls in the Moonlight III".