Nobuya Shimamoto

Acting

Freshness: Jan 30, 2026

15Total Films

7.3 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nobuya Shimamoto reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Action

The majority of Nobuya Shimamoto'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nobuya Shimamoto remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in John Wick: Chapter 2, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Nobuya Shimamoto Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Nobuya Shimamoto's career based on audience ratings.

★7.3

John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017) movie poster

★7.3

John Wick: Chapter 2: John Wick is forced out of retirement by a former associate looking to seize control of a shadowy international assassin

John Wick: Chapter 2

2017•Action

★7.1

★7.1

Midway: The story of the Battle of Midway, and the leaders and soldiers who used their instincts, fortitude and bravery to overc

Midway

2019•Action

★7.1

★7.1

Karate Kid: Legends: After a family tragedy, kung fu prodigy Li Fong is uprooted from his home in Beijing and forced to move to New York City

Karate Kid: Legends

2025•Action

★7.0

★7.0

mother!: A couple's relationship is tested when uninvited guests arrive at their home, disrupting their tranquil existence.

mother!

2017•Drama

★6.5

The Day After Tomorrow (2004) movie poster

★6.5

The Day After Tomorrow: After paleoclimatologist Jack Hall is largely ignored by UN officials when presenting his environmental concerns about t

The Day After Tomorrow

2004•Sci-Fi

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nobuya Shimamoto.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	Karate Kid: Legends	Manhattan Referee	Hit	Similar →
2024	Deja-Vu	-	Flop	Similar →
2019	Midway	Captain Tomeo Kaku	Hit	Similar →
2019	Polar	Torture Chamber Guard	Average	Similar →
2018	Family First	Gérant du bar de quartier	Average	Similar →
2017	mother!	Underling (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
2017	Origami	Policier Tokyo	Flop	Similar →
2017	John Wick: Chapter 2	Assassin (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
2014	Collisions	-	Flop	Similar →
2013	Happy Slapping	Bar Owner	Flop	Similar →
2012	Deadfall	Hiro	Average	Similar →
2010	Resident Evil: Afterlife	Technician #1	Average	Similar →
2010	Gangster Exchange	Hiro	Flop	Similar →
2009	Recon 2023: The Gauda Prime Conspiracy	Mako	Flop	Similar →
2004	The Day After Tomorrow	Japanese Policeman	Hit	Similar →

Nobuya Shimamoto - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Nobuya Shimamoto?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nobuya Shimamoto is "John Wick: Chapter 2" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Nobuya Shimamoto acted in?

Nobuya Shimamoto has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Nobuya Shimamoto?

Other notable films include "Midway", "Karate Kid: Legends", and "mother!".