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Yuriko Abe

Acting
Freshness: Jan 28, 2026
13Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 11, 1933
Birth Place: Gunma Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Yuriko Abe reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Yuriko Abe'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 54% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Yuriko Abe remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Love Stopped the Runaway Train, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Yuriko Abe Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Yuriko Abe's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Love Stopped the Runaway Train (1973) movie poster
★10.0

Love Stopped the Runaway Train: Based on a novel by Ayako Miura.

Love Stopped the Runaway Train

1973•Drama
★7.8
The Face of Another (1966) movie poster
★7.8

The Face of Another: A businessman with a disfigured face obtains a lifelike mask from his new doctor, but the mask starts altering his perso

The Face of Another

1966•Drama
★7.7
Kwaidan (1965) movie poster
★7.7

Kwaidan: Taking its title from an archaic Japanese word meaning "ghost story," this anthology adapts four folk tales. A penniless

Kwaidan

1965•Horror
★7.3
Home from the Sea (1972) movie poster
★7.3

Home from the Sea: On a beautiful island in Seto Inner Sea, Seichi and Minko make their living by transporting rocks to construction sites

Home from the Sea

1972•Drama
★7.3
Willful Murder (1981) movie poster
★7.3

Willful Murder: The president of the Japanese National Railways is found dead during a period in which train service is plagued by numer

Willful Murder

1981•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Yuriko Abe.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2011 The Neighbor Sanada(Isumi) Setsu Flop Similar →
1993 Summer of the Moonlight Sonata - Flop Similar →
1981 Willful Murder - Hit Similar →
1979 Oh, My Son! - Average Similar →
1974 Love Is in the Green Wind Kiyoko Matsushima Hit Similar →
1973 Love Stopped the Runaway Train - Super Hit Similar →
1972 Home from the Sea - Hit Similar →
1972 The Long Darkness Shino's mother Average Similar →
1970 The Shadow Within - Flop Similar →
1968 Horus: Prince of the Sun Young Woman (voice) Average Similar →
1966 The Face of Another Doctor's Wife Super Hit Similar →
1965 Kwaidan (segment "Hoichi the Earless") (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1963 Youth of the Beast - Hit Similar →

Yuriko Abe - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Yuriko Abe?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yuriko Abe is "Love Stopped the Runaway Train" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Yuriko Abe acted in?

Yuriko Abe has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Yuriko Abe?

Other notable films include "The Face of Another", "Kwaidan", and "Home from the Sea".