Shin Ōtomo - Actor Profile

Shin Ōtomo

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
49Total Films
8.5 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 13, 1919
Birth Place: Akita Prefecture, Japan

Shin Ōtomo Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Shin Ōtomo reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 49 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 37% of Shin Ōtomo'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 Seven Samurai, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Shin Ōtomo Movies Ranked

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

★8.5
Seven Samurai (1954) movie poster
★8.5

Seven Samurai: A samurai answers a village's request for protection after he falls on hard times. The town needs protection from bandit

Seven Samurai

1954•Action
★8.3
The Retreat from Kiska (1965) movie poster
★8.3

The Retreat from Kiska: In 1943, the Aleutian island of Kiska was fortified by a small contingent of Japanese soldiers. When word arrived of an

The Retreat from Kiska

1965•Drama
★8.1
Yojimbo (1961) movie poster
★8.1

Yojimbo: A nameless ronin, or samurai with no master, enters a small village in feudal Japan where two rival businessmen are stru

Yojimbo

1961•Drama
★8.0
The Hidden Fortress (1958) movie poster
★8.0

The Hidden Fortress: In feudal Japan, during a bloody war between clans, two cowardly and greedy peasants, soldiers of a defeated army, stumb

The Hidden Fortress

1958•Drama
★8.0
Pride of the Campus (1962) movie poster
★8.0

Pride of the Campus: Young Yuichi (Kayama) romances Sumiko (Hoshi) while helping out at his family's restaurant, singing in a band, and prepa

Pride of the Campus

1962

Full Filmography

Every movie Shin Ōtomo has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1970 Five Gents and a Kuniang - Flop Similar →
1967 Discover Japan with the 5 Gents Yoshida (Beppu Suginoi Hotel Manager) Flop Similar →
1966 The Craziest Operation - Flop Similar →
1966 A Company President's Life Story - Flop Similar →
1965 The White Rose of Hong Kong Ye Wen-ying Flop Similar →
1965 Frankenstein Conquers the World Sugiyama policeman Hit Similar →
1965 The Retreat from Kiska - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster Boss of Assassins Hit Similar →
1964 The Sandal Keeper - Flop Similar →
1964 Legend of the Irresponsible Hero - Flop Similar →
1964 Mothra vs. Godzilla Police Chief Hit Similar →
1964 Trap of Suicide Kilometer - Super Hit Similar →
1963 Atragon Government Official Hit Similar →
1963 Interpol Code 8 Tan Super Hit Similar →
1963 Travel Stories of a Company President - Flop Similar →
1962 Chûshingura - Hit Similar →
1962 King Kong vs. Godzilla Captain of Vessel Hit Similar →
1962 Jūyaku kōho-sei nanbā 1 - Flop Similar →
1962 Three Gentlemen Return from Hong Kong - Average Similar →
1962 Pride of the Campus - Super Hit Similar →
1962 The Tenth Game of New Salarymen: Salaryman Ittoru - Flop Similar →
1962 Sanjuro - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Bandits on the Wind - Flop Similar →
1961 Sir Galahad in Campus - Average Similar →
1961 Playboy President: Part II Driver Flop Similar →
1961 Yojimbo Kumosuke Super Hit Similar →
1961 Daredevil in the Castle Itamiya manager Hit Similar →
1960 The Masterless 47 Hara Flop Similar →
1960 New Third Class Executive: Husband Education Ryūo Hori Flop Similar →
1960 Salaryman Idea Book: Concern for Success Kijima Flop Similar →
1960 New Third Class Executive: Fortune Teller Hori Flop Similar →
1960 The Secret of the Telegian Tsukamoto Average Similar →
1960 Modern Salaryman: Bushido Romance Sakai (Service Shop Manager) Flop Similar →
1959 Saga of the Vagabonds - Average Similar →
1959 Gigantis, the Fire Monster Convict Leader (uncredited) Average Similar →
1959 Samurai Saga (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1959 The Big Boss - Average Similar →
1958 The Hidden Fortress Horseman (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1958 The H-Man Hamano, nightclub gangster Average Similar →
1958 In Self-Defense - Flop Similar →
1957 The Mysterians Policeman Kawada Average Similar →
1957 Reign of Terror Ri Kōzan Flop Similar →
1957 Yagyu Secret Scrolls - Average Similar →
1957 Throne of Blood Washizu samurai Super Hit Similar →
1955 Godzilla Raids Again Convict Leader Average Similar →
1954 Invisible Man Detective Average Similar →
1954 Seven Samurai Bandit Second-in-Command Super Hit Similar →
1953 The Eagle of the Pacific (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1951 Umon's Detective Stories: The One-Eyed Wolf - Flop Similar →

Shin Ōtomo - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shin Ōtomo?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shin Ōtomo is "Seven Samurai" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Shin Ōtomo acted in?

Shin Ōtomo has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shin Ōtomo?

Other notable films include "The Retreat from Kiska", "Yojimbo", and "The Hidden Fortress".

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