Michiko Ono - Actor Profile

Michiko Ono

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
26Total Films
6.9 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 12, 1934
Birth Place: Osaka, Japan

Michiko Ono Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Michiko Ono reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 26 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 12% of Michiko Ono'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 Giants and Toys, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Michiko Ono Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Michiko Ono's career based on audience ratings.

★6.9
Giants and Toys (1958) movie poster
★6.9

Giants and Toys: Nishi is an advertising executive for a caramel company that is planning to launch a new product, in fierce competition

Giants and Toys

1958•Comedy
★6.9
Black Test Car (1962) movie poster
★6.9

Black Test Car: Two car manufacturers spy on each other to try to find out details and prices of a new sports car each is about to launc

Black Test Car

1962•Thriller
★6.8
The Crowded Train (1957) movie poster
★6.8

The Crowded Train: Tamio Moroi, a young university graduate, works at a large brewery where he is taught to do nothing but look busy. When

The Crowded Train

1957•Comedy
★6.2
Undercurrent (1956) movie poster
★6.2

Undercurrent: In Kyoto a young kimono maker with traditional ideas gets involved with a married professor.

Undercurrent

1956•Drama
★6.0
Afraid to Die (1960) movie poster
★6.0

Afraid to Die: On his release from prison a young yakuza, along with his brother, decides to turn his back on criminal life instead of

Afraid to Die

1960•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Michiko Ono has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1962 Black Test Car - Hit Similar →
1961 Bad Reputation Returns Cherry Flop Similar →
1961 Okoto and Sasuke - Flop Similar →
1960 The Song Lantern - Flop Similar →
1960 Afraid to Die Ayako Takatsu Average Similar →
1960 Ashita kara otona da - Flop Similar →
1959 A Storm Zone Tae Miyahara Flop Similar →
1959 Ojo-kichiza - Flop Similar →
1959 Jōen - Flop Similar →
1958 The Ladder of Success - Flop Similar →
1958 The Judo Champ - Flop Similar →
1958 Tainted Flowers - Flop Similar →
1958 Giants and Toys Masami Kurahashi Hit Similar →
1958 Mother Kaoru Yuasa Flop Similar →
1958 Chance Meeting Shinko Flop Similar →
1957 Ishimatsu - The One-Eyed Swordsman Oen Flop Similar →
1957 Mangorō Tengu - Flop Similar →
1957 Kodokan Under a Morning Moon - Flop Similar →
1957 The Crowded Train Runa Iki Hit Similar →
1957 Morning Whistling - Flop Similar →
1957 An Osaka Story Takino Flop Similar →
1957 Itohan Monogatari Oyae Flop Similar →
1957 Daiei Studio is Bustling - Flop Similar →
1956 Undercurrent Miyo Funaki Average Similar →
1956 Sisters of Gion - Flop Similar →
1951 Wakôdo no uta Keiko Flop Similar →

Michiko Ono - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michiko Ono?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michiko Ono is "Giants and Toys" with a rating of 6.9/10.

How many movies has Michiko Ono acted in?

Michiko Ono has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michiko Ono?

Other notable films include "Black Test Car", "The Crowded Train", and "Undercurrent".

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