Nobuo Kawakami - Actor Profile

Nobuo Kawakami

Acting
Freshness: Jan 24, 2026
50Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nobuo Kawakami 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 Nobuo Kawakami'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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nobuo Kawakami remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Mud-Spattered Pure Heart, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Nobuo Kawakami Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Nobuo Kawakami's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nobuo Kawakami.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1971 Bad Girl Mako - Average Similar →
1970 Haunted Samurai Jisaku Super Hit Similar →
1968 Outlaw: Goro the Assassin Boilerman Hit Similar →
1968 Outlaw: Goro the Assassin - Hit Similar →
1968 Retaliation - Average Similar →
1968 Outlaw: Gangster VIP 2 - Hit Similar →
1966 Love Eternal - Flop Similar →
1965 Woman Gambler Otaki Average Similar →
1965 Gambling Kitten Miyoshi Hit Similar →
1964 The Flame of Devotion Yasuko's father Hit Similar →
1964 Gazing at Love and Death - Hit Similar →
1963 Fight of the Gamblers - Average Similar →
1963 Prince of Wolves - Flop Similar →
1963 The Symbol of a Man Ueki Hit Similar →
1963 Badge of the Night - Flop Similar →
1963 Bad Girl - Super Hit Similar →
1963 The Mud-Spattered Pure Heart Inspector Urakami Super Hit Similar →
1963 Modern Children - Flop Similar →
1962 零戦黒雲一家 - Flop Similar →
1962 I Hate But Love - Hit Similar →
1962 Hitori tabi - Flop Similar →
1962 Facing to the Clouds - Flop Similar →
1962 The Frozen Plains - Flop Similar →
1962 Shūmatsu-ya hanjō-ki - Flop Similar →
1962 Foundry Town Detective Super Hit Similar →
1962 Hana no saigetsu - Flop Similar →
1962 Angel and the Outlaw - Flop Similar →
1962 Otoko to otoko no ikiru machi - Flop Similar →
1962 The Rambler Goes North - Flop Similar →
1961 Quick Draw Outlaw: Man of the Great Plains - Flop Similar →
1961 Wind and waves of the South Yazō Flop Similar →
1961 Joe of Aces: Give and Take - Flop Similar →
1961 Tōkyō dodonpa musume - Flop Similar →
1961 Pigs and Battleships Policeman in Lawless Area Hit Similar →
1960 The Rambler Rides Again - Flop Similar →
1960 The Tokyo Mighty Guy - Average Similar →
1960 The Sleeping Beast Within Motoyama Hit Similar →
1960 Intimidation - Hit Similar →
1959 The Wild Reporter - Flop Similar →
1958 Endless Desire - Hit Similar →
1958 Stolen Desire Policeman Hit Similar →
1958 Ashita wa Ashita no Kaze ga Fuku - Flop Similar →
1957 I Am Waiting Eizo Hit Similar →
1957 The Eagle and the Hawk - Average Similar →
1957 A Sun-Tribe Myth from the Bakumatsu Era - Hit Similar →
1956 Our Town Night Market Boss Hit Similar →
1955 Such is Life - Flop Similar →
1955 Tales of Ginza - Hit Similar →
1955 The Heart Undertaker Hit Similar →
1955 Striving to Live - Flop Similar →

Nobuo Kawakami - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Nobuo Kawakami?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nobuo Kawakami is "The Mud-Spattered Pure Heart" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Nobuo Kawakami acted in?

Nobuo Kawakami has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Nobuo Kawakami?

Other notable films include "Haunted Samurai", "Bad Girl", and "Foundry Town".