Masataka Iwao - Actor Profile

Masataka Iwao

Acting
Updated: Apr 17, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 20, 1942
Birth Place: Wakayama Prefecture, Japan

Masataka Iwao Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Masataka Iwao reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 76% of Masataka Iwao'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 映画村殺人事件, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Masataka Iwao Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Masataka Iwao's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
映画村殺人事件 (1980) movie poster
★10.0

映画村殺人事件:

映画村殺人事件

1980•Drama
★10.0
The Rugby Star (1976) movie poster
★10.0

The Rugby Star: The success of Truck Yaro (1975-1979) initiated a whole load of movies that put "Yaro" in their title, including this se

The Rugby Star

1976•Action
★9.0
Baian the Assassin (1981) movie poster
★9.0

Baian the Assassin: This is an ensemble period drama adapted from Shotaro Ikenami's popular novel, featuring the famous Kabuki actor brother

Baian the Assassin

1981•Action
★8.8
Japanese Godfather: Ambition (1977) movie poster
★8.8

Japanese Godfather: Ambition: An ambitious Kansai yakuza don moves in on Tokyo using financial and political tactics, sparking conflict with a local c

Japanese Godfather: Ambition

1977•Crime
★8.2
Lord Tokugawa Ieyasu (1965) movie poster
★8.2

Lord Tokugawa Ieyasu: In turbulent 16th-century Japan, the leaders of a minor fief have their child taken from them as a political hostage. Hi

Lord Tokugawa Ieyasu

1965•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Masataka Iwao has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1992 A Legend of Turmoil Katsuhiko Sugimoto Super Hit Similar →
1991 Yakuza Ladies Revisited Kazunari Hit Similar →
1991 Carlos - Average Similar →
1987 Sure Death 4 - Hit Similar →
1983 Ryuji Sekiya Hit Similar →
1982 The Dropout - Hit Similar →
1982 Onimasa: A Japanese Godfather - Average Similar →
1981 Roaring Fire Gondo Average Similar →
1981 Baian the Assassin Genpachiro Isaka Super Hit Similar →
1981 Gate of Youth - Hit Similar →
1980 映画村殺人事件 - Super Hit Similar →
1979 Aftermath of Battles Without Honor and Humanity - Hit Similar →
1978 Winter's Flower - Average Similar →
1977 Japanese Godfather: Ambition Giichi Arahama Super Hit Similar →
1977 Doberman Cop Hostage Negotiator Nakatani Average Similar →
1977 Japanese Humanity and Justice - Hit Similar →
1977 Hokuriku Proxy War - Hit Similar →
1977 Japan's Don - Super Hit Similar →
1977 Decapitation of an Evil Woman - Average Similar →
1976 The Yakuza Code Still Lives - Hit Similar →
1976 Yakuza Graveyard Masaharu Kusumoto Hit Similar →
1976 The Rugby Star - Super Hit Similar →
1976 A Savage Beast Goes Mad Kitamura Average Similar →
1976 New Battles Without Honor and Humanity 3: Last Days of the Boss - Hit Similar →
1976 Operation Plazma in Osaka - Hit Similar →
1975 The Decisive Power of Aikido - Super Hit Similar →
1975 New Battles Without Honor and Humanity 2: Head of the Boss Prison Rapist Hit Similar →
1975 Company Buggers - Hit Similar →
1975 Gambling Den Heist Tsukasa Hit Similar →
1974 The Rapacious Jailbreaker (uncredited) Average Similar →
1974 Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Final Episode Genji Tsuneoka Hit Similar →
1974 Lone Wolf and Cub: White Heaven in Hell Yajuro Masaki Hit Similar →
1974 The Street Fighter Saga Hit Similar →
1974 Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Police Tactics Shuzo Yoshikura Hit Similar →
1973 Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Proxy War - Hit Similar →
1973 Dangerous Trade in Kobe - Hit Similar →
1973 Girl Boss: Escape From Reform School Prefectural Police Commander Average Similar →
1973 Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Deadly Fight in Hiroshima Wada Hit Similar →
1973 Battles Without Honor and Humanity Kinagashi Hit Similar →
1972 Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart at the River Styx - Hit Similar →
1967 Eleven Samurai - Super Hit Similar →
1966 Rub Out the Past - Average Similar →
1966 Tokijiro: Lone Yakuza - Hit Similar →
1966 The Magic Serpent Kido Average Similar →
1965 Miyamoto Musashi V: Musashi vs Kojiro - Hit Similar →
1965 The Third Contest - Hit Similar →
1965 Lord Tokugawa Ieyasu - Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Great Killing - Super Hit Similar →
1963 Duel of Blood and Sand - Hit Similar →
1963 The Yagyu Military Art: The Buried Conspiracy - Average Similar →

Masataka Iwao - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Masataka Iwao?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Masataka Iwao is "映画村殺人事件" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Masataka Iwao acted in?

Masataka Iwao has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Masataka Iwao?

Other notable films include "The Rugby Star", "Baian the Assassin", and "Japanese Godfather: Ambition".

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