Shunji Sayama - Actor Profile

Shunji Sayama

Acting
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
36Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 13, 1918
Birth Place: Noboribetsu, Hokkaido, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shunji Sayama reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 36 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Shunji Sayama'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 19% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shunji Sayama remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Tora-san's Sunrise and Sunset, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Shunji Sayama Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shunji Sayama's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shunji Sayama.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1984 The Awesome Circus Bastard Amamiya Hidejiro Flop Similar →
1983 Tora-san's Song of Love - Super Hit Similar →
1982 The Shogun's Vault II - Flop Similar →
1978 Stage-Struck Tora-san - Super Hit Similar →
1976 Tora-san's Sunrise and Sunset - Super Hit Similar →
1975 Let's Go, Grandma! - Flop Similar →
1972 Tora-san's Dear Old Home - Super Hit Similar →
1971 Wolves of the City: First to Fight - Flop Similar →
1971 Price of Life - Flop Similar →
1971 Night Butterflies - Hit Similar →
1970 Fun on the Run Patient Flop Similar →
1970 Shameless School: Tackle Kiss - Flop Similar →
1970 Nani ga nandemo Tamegorō - Flop Similar →
1970 Charming Men - Flop Similar →
1970 Tora-san's Grand Scheme - Hit Similar →
1969 Rising Dragon: Red-Hot Iron Skin - Flop Similar →
1968 Snake Woman's Curse Kameshichi Average Similar →
1968 The Shy Deceiver Guard Hit Similar →
1967 Let's Have A Dream - Flop Similar →
1966 Third Class Soldier Boss - Flop Similar →
1965 Murder Unincorporated Pocket Monkey Average Similar →
1965 006 wa uwaki no number - Flop Similar →
1964 Dai nippon kosodoro den - Flop Similar →
1964 Tiger of the Sea - Flop Similar →
1963 Judo Life - Flop Similar →
1962 Hore tatte dame yo - Flop Similar →
1962 Boku chin hōrō-ki - Flop Similar →
1962 Keepers of Order - Flop Similar →
1962 Shūmatsu-ya hanjō-ki - Flop Similar →
1962 The Dangoro Party in the Sky - Flop Similar →
1962 A Country Boss Tetsu Flop Similar →
1961 Ten Dark Women - Average Similar →
1961 誰よりも金を愛す - Flop Similar →
1960 凸凹珍道中 - Flop Similar →
1960 弥次喜多珍道中 中仙道の巻 - Flop Similar →
1960 Tatsumaki kozō - Flop Similar →

Shunji Sayama - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shunji Sayama?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shunji Sayama is "Tora-san's Sunrise and Sunset" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Shunji Sayama acted in?

Shunji Sayama has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shunji Sayama?

Other notable films include "Stage-Struck Tora-san", "Tora-san's Song of Love", and "Tora-san's Dear Old Home".