Shin Morikawa - Actor Profile

Shin Morikawa

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
50Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 14, 1912
Birth Place: Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shin Morikawa reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Shin Morikawa's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shin Morikawa remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Tora-san's Love Call, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Shin Morikawa Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shin Morikawa's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shin Morikawa.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1971 Tora-san's Love Call Uncle Super Hit Similar →
1971 Tora-san, the Good Samaritan Uncle Super Hit Similar →
1971 Tora-san's Shattered Romance Uncle Hit Similar →
1970 Where Spring Comes Late Ryokan Owner Super Hit Similar →
1970 Tora-san's Runaway Ryuzo Kuruma Super Hit Similar →
1970 Tora-san's Grand Scheme Tatsuzo Hit Similar →
1970 Tora-san, His Tender Love Ryûzô Kuruma Hit Similar →
1969 Tora-san's Cherished Mother Oji-san Hit Similar →
1969 Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp Ryûzô Super Hit Similar →
1969 Dump, Hip, Bump: Give it to me Guys! - Flop Similar →
1968 It's Tough Being a Man (Television Drama DVD Edit Edition) - Flop Similar →
1964 Red Handkerchief - Hit Similar →
1962 Fūryū onsen bantō nikki - Flop Similar →
1962 Aitsu bakari ga naze moteru - Flop Similar →
1962 Yoko o muita seishun - Flop Similar →
1962 Tōkyō sanosa musume - Flop Similar →
1962 Ōwarai Jiro chō ikka: Sanshita nitei kenjū - Flop Similar →
1962 Shūmatsu-ya hanjō-ki - Flop Similar →
1962 The Dangoro Party in the Sky - Flop Similar →
1962 Breakthrough Course of Women in Trouble - Flop Similar →
1961 The Wind-of-Youth Group Crosses the Mountain Pass - Average Similar →
1961 Sararīman yajikita dōchū - Flop Similar →
1961 Tōkyō dodonpa musume - Flop Similar →
1961 Romance Express - Flop Similar →
1961 Sazae-san Plays Cupid - Flop Similar →
1960 Sazae And Aunt Apron - Flop Similar →
1960 The Tokyo Mighty Guy Chôgorô Shimizu Average Similar →
1960 Cruel Story of Youth - Hit Similar →
1960 Hito mo arukeba Deiryushi Hidaka Flop Similar →
1959 Sazae-san, the Wayward Wife - Flop Similar →
1959 Oyae no hatsukoi sensei - Flop Similar →
1959 おヤエのもぐり医者 - Flop Similar →
1959 Sazae-san's Newlywed Family - Flop Similar →
1959 おヤエの女中と幽霊 - Flop Similar →
1959 おヤエの家つき女中 - Flop Similar →
1959 おヤエのママさん女中 - Flop Similar →
1959 Lucky Dragon No. 5 - Hit Similar →
1959 Sazae-san's Marriage - Flop Similar →
1958 A Slope in the Sun Seikichi Average Similar →
1958 Fangs of Night - Flop Similar →
1957 Last Days of the Samurai - Flop Similar →
1956 The Lonely Swordsman (Part 1) - Flop Similar →
1956 Sazae-san - Super Hit Similar →
1956 A Samurai's Honor at Pawn - Flop Similar →
1956 Runaway Bride - Flop Similar →
1955 All is Well Norisuke Yanagawa Flop Similar →
1954 Cape Ashizuri - Flop Similar →
1952 ひばり姫 初夢道中 - Flop Similar →
1950 Kagebōshi 亀吉 Flop Similar →
1948 Yūkyō no mure - Flop Similar →

Shin Morikawa - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shin Morikawa?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shin Morikawa is "Tora-san's Love Call" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Shin Morikawa acted in?

Shin Morikawa has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shin Morikawa?

Other notable films include "Tora-san, Our Lovable Tramp", "Sazae-san", and "Tora-san, the Good Samaritan".