Shirō Itō - Actor Profile

Shirō Itō

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 15, 1937
Birth Place: Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shirō Itō 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: Drama

The majority of Shirō Itō'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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shirō Itō remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Men Who Made Ultraman, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Shirō Itō Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shirō Itō's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
The Men Who Made Ultraman (1989) movie poster
★10.0

The Men Who Made Ultraman: A biographical dramatization about the production of the original Ultraman, the beloved classic special effects fantasy

The Men Who Made Ultraman

1989•Drama
★10.0
Inamura Jane (1990) movie poster
★10.0

Inamura Jane:

Inamura Jane

1990•Drama
★10.0
三屋清左衛門残日録 新たなしあわせ (2020) movie poster
★10.0

三屋清左衛門残日録 新たなしあわせ:

三屋清左衛門残日録 新たなしあわせ

2020•TV Movie
★8.3
Oshin (1984) movie poster
★8.3

Oshin: Oshin comes from a family of poor rice farmers. Her father and brother must work in the fields and her grandmother and m

Oshin

1984•Animation
★8.1
The Hovering Blade (2009) movie poster
★8.1

The Hovering Blade: Following the brutal rape and murder of his teenage daughter, a single father seeks revenge against the responsible yout

The Hovering Blade

2009•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shirō Itō.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 Taiga Dorama ga Umareta Hi - Flop Similar →
2020 三屋清左衛門残日録 新たなしあわせ - Super Hit Similar →
2019 Mr. Hikita, I Am Knocked Up Kazuo Tanobe Average Similar →
2018 孤独のグルメ 大晦日スペシャル 京都・名古屋出張編 - Hit Similar →
2017 Odd Detective 15 Shinichi Kamoshida Average Similar →
2016 Odd Detective 14 Shinichi Kamoshida Average Similar →
2014 Housekeeper the Peeper Hidemitsu Uehara Hit Similar →
2013 The After-Dinner Mysteries Karasawa Average Similar →
2012 One in a hundred thousand Furuya Hit Similar →
2011 Japanese Salaryman NEO Kojo Neo Flop Similar →
2010 樅ノ木は残った - Hit Similar →
2010 Golden Slumber Hirakazu Aoyaki Hit Similar →
2009 Listen to My Heart Ganjiro Ryoki Flop Similar →
2009 The Hovering Blade Shinichi Mano Super Hit Similar →
2008 The Taste of Fish - Hit Similar →
2007 Maiko Haaaan!!! Suzuki Taikai (President of Suzuya Ramen) Hit Similar →
2007 Talk, Talk, Talk Taichi Yugawara Average Similar →
2006 Brave Story Monk Rau (voice) Average Similar →
2006 Suite Dreams The General Manager Average Similar →
2005 Visas for Life Yōsuke Matsuoka Average Similar →
2005 The Winds of God - Flop Similar →
2004 Nin x Nin: The Ninja Star Hattori - Flop Similar →
2002 Kogoro Akechi vs Kaijin Nijyuu Menso Lieutenant Nakamura Flop Similar →
1996 Supermarket Woman Company President Hit Similar →
1994 Lifetime Insecurity Saburo Fujio Flop Similar →
1992 Minbo, or the Gentle Art of Japanese Extortion Iriejima Hit Similar →
1991 Noh Mask Murders Josuke Kenmochi Average Similar →
1990 Inamura Jane - Super Hit Similar →
1990 Mr. Lady Cinderella at Dawn - Flop Similar →
1989 The Men Who Made Ultraman - Super Hit Similar →
1988 Kaisha monogatari: Memories of You Managing Director Kobayashi Average Similar →
1988 Those Swell Yakuza - Average Similar →
1987 Devil in broad Daylight: The targeted Housewife - Flop Similar →
1987 A Taxing Woman Pachinko Parlor Boss Hit Similar →
1985 Big Magnum Kuroiwa Cop Flop Similar →
1985 Yakyuukyou no Uta - Flop Similar →
1984 Fushin no Toki - Flop Similar →
1984 Oshin - Super Hit Similar →
1983 A Madcap Corporation - Flop Similar →
1983 Lanterns on Blue Waters - Flop Similar →
1983 Battle Anthem Maruyama Hit Similar →
1983 Our Wedding - Hit Similar →
1982 To Trap a Kidnapper - Average Similar →
1982 The Beauty of Heaven and Hell - Average Similar →
1979 The Rivals - Flop Similar →
1975 Seigida! Mikatada! Zeninshugo!! - Flop Similar →
1974 Lupin the Third: Strange Psychokinetic Strategy Inspector Heiji Zenigata VII Average Similar →
1971 Zatoichi Meets the One-Armed Swordsman Stooge Hit Similar →
1968 Make Way for the Jaguars Ito Super Hit Similar →
1968 How to Make a Big Hit - Flop Similar →

Shirō Itō - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shirō Itō?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shirō Itō is "The Men Who Made Ultraman" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Shirō Itō acted in?

Shirō Itō has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shirō Itō?

Other notable films include "Inamura Jane", "三屋清左衛門残日録 新たなしあわせ", and "Oshin".