Masumi Okada - Actor Profile

Masumi Okada

Acting
Updated: Apr 19, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 22, 1935
Birth Place: Nice, France

About Masumi Okada

Masumi Okada (岡田眞澄, Okada Masumi, September 22, 1935 – May 29, 2006) was a professional actor, singer, stand-up comedian, and film producer. Also known by his nickname, "Fanfan", he was born in Nice, France, to a Japanese father, Minoru Okada, who was an artist, and a Danish mother, Ingeborg Sevaldsen, who was the sister of Eline Eriksen, the model for the "Mermaid of Copenhagen" and wife of the statue's sculptor, Edvard Eriksen. Masumi Okada was the younger of two sons; his older brother, Taibi "Erick" Okada, was also an actor and presenter—known professionally as E. H. Eric, he was the emcee for the Beatles' 1966 concert in Tokyo.

Masumi Okada Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Masumi Okada reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 26% of Masumi Okada'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 On the Road, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Masumi Okada Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Masumi Okada's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Masumi Okada has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2013 Trick Haha no Izumi Hen Cho Kanzen Ban - Flop Similar →
2006 Damejin Nogiwa Flop Similar →
2004 Izo Chief of the Palace Average Similar →
2002 Fan of Hong Kong star - Flop Similar →
1999 Hakuchi: The Innocent Head Manager Average Similar →
1997 To Love Professor Average Similar →
1995 The Hunted Lt. Wadakura Average Similar →
1995 Getting Any? Russian Actor Average Similar →
1992 Sometime, Somewhere Ehara Flop Similar →
1991 Jingi - Flop Similar →
1991 The Devil's Messenger DEATH MESSENGER - Flop Similar →
1989 cf Girl - Hit Similar →
1988 Goryokaku - Flop Similar →
1988 Kaito Ruby Mr. Yamanouchi Hit Similar →
1986 The Sea and Poison Hattori Hit Similar →
1985 Yakyuukyou no Uta - Flop Similar →
1984 Sayonara Jupiter Dr. Mohammed Mansur Flop Similar →
1982 On the Road - Super Hit Similar →
1981 Tomorrow's Joe 2: The Movie Jose Mendosa Super Hit Similar →
1980 Four Seasons: Natsuko Takahito Mori Flop Similar →
1978 Winter's Flower Shinkichi Mie Average Similar →
1977 A Tale of Sorrow and Sadness Keiko Tadokoro Flop Similar →
1972 Woman His Prey - Flop Similar →
1969 Latitude Zero Dr. Jules Masson Average Similar →
1969 Daring Girls - Super Hit Similar →
1968 The Blazing Continent - Flop Similar →
1968 Living Skeleton Father / Boss Flop Similar →
1967 The Return of the Filthy Seven - Flop Similar →
1960 The Rambler on a Pearl Farm - Flop Similar →
1960 The Sand City in Manchuria Rosuki Hit Similar →
1960 The Lovelorn Geisha - Average Similar →
1959 Kawaii Hana - Flop Similar →
1959 Windy Street - Average Similar →
1959 Passport to Darkness - Hit Similar →
1959 Crazy Jailbreak Kunio Iwakami Flop Similar →
1959 I Will Challenge - Flop Similar →
1958 The Perfect Game Kazu Tomita Average Similar →
1958 Red Pier Taabô Average Similar →
1958 The Man Who Wagers Tomorrow Morihiko Shirafuji Average Similar →
1958 Fangs of Night - Flop Similar →
1957 Man Who Causes a Storm Shinsuke, Miyako's brother Hit Similar →
1957 A Sun-Tribe Myth from the Bakumatsu Era Kisuke Hit Similar →
1957 Streetlights 小出英夫 Flop Similar →
1956 Frankie the Milkman - Super Hit Similar →
1956 Hungry Soul, Part II Tachibana's Old Friend D Average Similar →
1956 Crazed Fruit Frank Hit Similar →
1956 Season of the Sun - Average Similar →
1956 Funny Friend: The Baby and Express - Flop Similar →
1955 Tales of Ginza Mineo Akaishi Hit Similar →
1955 The Green Music Box Moon Prince Flop Similar →

Masumi Okada - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Masumi Okada?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Masumi Okada is "On the Road" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Masumi Okada acted in?

Masumi Okada has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Masumi Okada?

Other notable films include "Frankie the Milkman", "Daring Girls", and "Tomorrow's Joe 2: The Movie".

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