Masayuki Suō

Directing

Freshness: Jan 25, 2026

5Total Films

7.3 Highest Rated

Born: Oct 29, 1956

Birth Place: Tokyo, Japan

About Masayuki Suō

Masayuki Suo (周防正行, Suo Masayuki; born October 29, 1956) is a Japanese film director. He is best known for his two Japan Academy Prize-winning films, Sumo Do, Sumo Don't (1992) and Shall We Dance? (1996).

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Masayuki Suō reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Masayuki Suō'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), Masayuki Suō remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Tokyo Fair Weather, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Masayuki Suō Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Masayuki Suō's career based on audience ratings.

★7.3

★7.3

Tokyo Fair Weather: This is a biographical film about the late Yoko Araki, who was the wife of Japan's leading photographer, Nobuyoshi Araki

Tokyo Fair Weather

1997•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

119: In Harari-cho, a small and quiet bayside town by the sea, the firemen have not seen a fire for nearly twenty years. Each

119

1994•Comedy

★4.6

Kandagawa Pervert Wars (1983) movie poster

★4.6

Kandagawa Pervert Wars: Two sexually energized young women who live in a high-rise apartment building happen one day to spy from their window a

Kandagawa Pervert Wars

1983•Comedy

★1.7

Wolf: Running Is Sex (1982) movie poster

★1.7

Wolf: Running Is Sex: A serial rapist's violent daily routine is disrupted when a disaffected young woman who shares his primal lifestyle begi

Wolf: Running Is Sex

1982•Drama

★0.0

The Tomb & the Divorce (1993) movie poster

★0.0

The Tomb & the Divorce: Yoshinori sells plots of land in a cemetery, and is involved in a stale ten-year-old marriage with bored housewife Atsuk

The Tomb & the Divorce

1993•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Masayuki Suō.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1997	Tokyo Fair Weather	-	Hit	Similar →
1994	119	-	Average	Similar →
1993	The Tomb & the Divorce	-	Flop	Similar →
1983	Kandagawa Pervert Wars	Apartment Manager	Flop	Similar →
1982	Wolf: Running Is Sex	Clerk	Flop	Similar →

Masayuki Suō - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Masayuki Suō?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Masayuki Suō is "Tokyo Fair Weather" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Masayuki Suō acted in?

Masayuki Suō has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Masayuki Suō?

Other notable films include "119", "Kandagawa Pervert Wars", and "Wolf: Running Is Sex".