Naofumi Yamamoto
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Naofumi Yamamoto (山本 尚史, Yamamoto Naofumi) is a Japanese professional wrestler and former boxer and mixed martial artist currently signed to All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW). Yamamoto started his professional wrestling career under his real name in October 2002 with New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), where he remained until 2007, when he signed with WWE. In 2009, Yamamoto left WWE's developmental territory to join the promotion's main roster under the ring name Yoshi Tatsu (ヨシ・タツ, Yoshi Tatsu). After his June 2014 release from WWE, Yamamoto returned to NJPW the following October, performing under the tweaked ring name Yoshitatsu (ヨシタツ, Yoshitatsu). Following his departure from NJPW in late 2017, Yamamoto became a freelancer, and started working most notably for All Japan Pro Wrestling, who he signed full time for in 2020.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Naofumi Yamamoto reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 40 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Naofumi Yamamoto's filmography leans towards the Action 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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Naofumi Yamamoto 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 Naofumi Yamamoto Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Naofumi Yamamoto's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Naofumi Yamamoto.
Naofumi Yamamoto - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Naofumi Yamamoto?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Naofumi Yamamoto is "Becoming the Best in the World: Bryan Danielson" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Naofumi Yamamoto acted in?
Naofumi Yamamoto has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Naofumi Yamamoto?
Other notable films include "NJPW G1 Special in USA 2017 - Night 2", "NJPW New Year Dash !! 2017", and "WWE Royal Rumble 2010".