Minoru Tanaka
ActingAbout Minoru Tanaka
Minoru Tanaka is a Japanese professional wrestler. Tanaka first gained prominence in Fujiwara Gumi and Battlarts before moving on to New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), where he became a four time IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion, a five time IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champion and the winner of the 2006 Best of the Super Juniors tournament. After leaving NJPW, he joined All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW), where he found continued success in the junior heavyweight and tag team ranks upon winning the World Junior Heavyweight Championship once and the All Asia Tag Team Championship twice. From 2013 to 2016, Tanaka worked for Wrestle-1. He is currently a freelancer, and primarily competes in Pro Wrestling Noah (Noah), where he has held the GHC Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Championship twice. He is a former GHC Junior Heavyweight Champion, making him the second man (after Naomichi Marufuji) to hold all three major Japanese junior heavyweight singles titles as well as the only man to hold all five major junior heavyweight titles in Japan (counting the aforementioned tag team prizes).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Minoru Tanaka reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 21 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Minoru Tanaka'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 19% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Minoru Tanaka remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Becoming the Best in the World: Bryan Danielson, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Minoru Tanaka Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Minoru Tanaka's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Minoru Tanaka.
Minoru Tanaka - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Minoru Tanaka?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Minoru Tanaka is "Becoming the Best in the World: Bryan Danielson" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Minoru Tanaka acted in?
Minoru Tanaka has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Minoru Tanaka?
Other notable films include "The Best of the X Division Vol. 2", "NOAH: Naomichi Marufuji 20th Anniversary Show", and "TNA Lockdown 2006".