Yukio Mishima
WritingAbout Yukio Mishima
Yukio Mishima (三島 由紀夫 Mishima Yukio) is the pen name of Kimitake Hiraoka (平岡 公威 Hiraoka Kimitake, a Japanese author, poet, playwright, actor, and film director. Mishima is considered one of the most important Japanese authors of the 20th century.
Yukio Mishima Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Yukio Mishima reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Yukio Mishima's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of Yukio Mishima'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 Mishima: The Last Debate, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Yukio Mishima Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Yukio Mishima's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Yukio Mishima has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Fire | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Mishima: The Last Debate | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Making Mishima | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Two Days with Yukio Mishima | (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Tennessee Williams: Orpheus of the American Stage | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Strange Case of Yukio Mishima | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Tenchu! | Shinbei Tanaka | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Around Mr. Yasunari Kawabata | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Black Lizard | Human statue | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Patriotism | Shinji Takeyama | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Interview with Yukio Mishima | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Afraid to Die | Takeo Asahina | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Immoral Lecture | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Pure White Nights | - | Flop | Similar → |
Yukio Mishima - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Yukio Mishima?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yukio Mishima is "Mishima: The Last Debate" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Yukio Mishima acted in?
Yukio Mishima has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Yukio Mishima?
Other notable films include "Tenchu!", "Patriotism", and "Black Lizard".