Masayuki Yui - Actor Profile

Masayuki Yui

Acting
Updated: Apr 17, 2026
31Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 21, 1947
Birth Place: Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan

About Masayuki Yui

Masayuki Yui was born in 1947 in Kamakura, Kanagawa, Japan. He is an actor and writer, known for Ran (1985), Kagemusha (1980) and Dreams (1990).

Masayuki Yui Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Masayuki Yui reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 31 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 39% of Masayuki Yui'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 Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'Seven Samurai', which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Masayuki Yui Movies Ranked

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

Full Filmography

Every movie Masayuki Yui has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2017 Karanukan - Flop Similar →
2015 Hokori to Gensou - Flop Similar →
2014 Cicada Gankane-san Super Hit Similar →
2012 Casting Blossoms to the Sky Zenjiro Hanyu Hit Similar →
2011 Persimmon Hasegawa Flop Similar →
2010 Sword of Desperation Ohba Hit Similar →
2009 Bicycle Old Man Flop Similar →
2002 Through the Night - Flop Similar →
2002 Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'Seven Samurai' Narrator Super Hit Similar →
2002 Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'The Hidden Fortress' Narrator Super Hit Similar →
2002 Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'Kagemusha' Narrator Hit Similar →
2002 Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'Sanjuro' Narrator Flop Similar →
2002 Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'Dodes'ka-den' Narrator Flop Similar →
2002 Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'The Bad Sleep Well' Narrator Flop Similar →
2002 Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'Throne of Blood' Narrator Flop Similar →
2002 Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'Drunken Angel' Narrator Flop Similar →
2002 Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'Ikiru' Self Flop Similar →
2002 Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'Stray Dog' Narrator Flop Similar →
2002 Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'The Lower Depths' Narrator Flop Similar →
2002 Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'High and Low' Narrator Flop Similar →
2002 Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'Yojimbo' Narrator Flop Similar →
2001 To End All Wars Captain Noguchi Average Similar →
2001 Siberian Express 2 - Flop Similar →
1998 Tokyo Eyes Manager of Beauty Parlor Hit Similar →
1996 A Class to Remember II - Average Similar →
1993 Madadayo Kiriyama Hit Similar →
1990 Dreams Member of Climbing Team Super Hit Similar →
1987 Tora-san Goes North - Super Hit Similar →
1986 Final Take: The Golden Age of Movies - Average Similar →
1985 Ran Tango Hirayama Super Hit Similar →
1980 Kagemusha Ieyasu Tokugawa Super Hit Similar →

Masayuki Yui - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Masayuki Yui?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Masayuki Yui is "Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'Seven Samurai'" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Masayuki Yui acted in?

Masayuki Yui has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Masayuki Yui?

Other notable films include "Tora-san Goes North", "Ran", and "Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'The Hidden Fortress'".

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