Somegoro Ichikawa
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Ichikawa Somegorō VIII (八代目 市川 染五郎) is a Japanese kabuki actor. He has also acted in a TV drama series and voiced a character in an animated movie. He should not be confused with his father, the former Ichikawa Somegorō VII (now Matsumoto Koshirō X).
Somegoro Ichikawa Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Somegoro Ichikawa reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 9 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Somegoro Ichikawa's work falls within the TV Movie genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 78% of Somegoro Ichikawa'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 Samurai Detective Onihei: Blood for Blood, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Somegoro Ichikawa Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Somegoro Ichikawa's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Somegoro Ichikawa has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Samurai Detective Onihei: True Master | Tetsusaburo Hasegawa (Young Onihei) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Samurai Detective Onihei: Dangerous Mercy | Tetsusaburo Hasegawa (Young Onihei) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Samurai Detective Onihei: Blood for Blood | Tetsusaburo Hasegawa (Young Onihei) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Samurai Detective Onihei: Lawless Love | Tetsusaburo Hasegawa (Young Onihei) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | THE LEGEND & BUTTERFLY | Mori Ranmaru | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop | Cherry (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | 八代目市川染五郎 密着3650日～12歳・若武者が生まれるとき～ | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | 高麗屋 三代の春〜襲名・松本幸四郎家 歌舞伎に生きる〜 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | School Ghost Story: Spring Haunting Special | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
Somegoro Ichikawa - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Somegoro Ichikawa?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Somegoro Ichikawa is "Samurai Detective Onihei: Blood for Blood" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has Somegoro Ichikawa acted in?
Somegoro Ichikawa has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Somegoro Ichikawa?
Other notable films include "Samurai Detective Onihei: Lawless Love", "Samurai Detective Onihei: Dangerous Mercy", and "Samurai Detective Onihei: True Master".