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Toshirō Mifune

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Toshirō Mifune

Toshirō Mifune is an actor born on April 1, 1920 in Qingdao, China. He died on December 24, 1997, aged 77. He is known for Seven Samurai, Rashomon and Yojimbo. GloboWatch shows where to watch 2 of his movies and TV shows, country by country.

Known for
Acting
Born
April 1, 1920
Place of birth
Qingdao, China
Died
December 24, 1997
Also known as
Toshiroh Mifune · Mifune Toshirō

Biography

Toshirō Mifune (April 1, 1920 - December 24, 1997) was a Japanese actor who is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors in the history of Japanese cinema. He was born in Qingdao, China, but was raised in Japan. Mifune's career spanned over 50 years, during which he collaborated extensively with renowned director Akira Kurosawa, creating some of the most iconic films in Japanese cinema. Mifune gained international recognition for his performances in Kurosawa's films, particularly in samurai films. He portrayed strong, dynamic, and often rebellious characters, bringing a raw intensity to his roles. Some of his notable collaborations with Kurosawa include "Rashomon" (1950), "Seven Samurai" (1954), "Yojimbo" (1961), and "The Hidden Fortress" (1958), which inspired George Lucas's "Star Wars." Apart from his work with Kurosawa, Mifune appeared in numerous other films, showcasing his versatility as an actor. He played roles in various genres, including dramas, comedies, and war films. Some of his other notable films include "The Throne of Blood" (1957), "High and Low" (1963), and "Red Beard" (1965). Mifune's charismatic presence, powerful performances, and ability to convey complex emotions made him an iconic figure in Japanese cinema. He received international recognition and awards for his contributions to the film industry, including several honors at the Venice Film Festival and a lifetime achievement award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Filmography

  1. 2016Mifune: The Last Samuraias Self - Actor / Various Roles (archive footage)
  2. 2012Final Cut: Ladies and Gentlemenas (archive footage)
  3. 1995Picture Brideas The Benshi
  4. 1992Shadow of the Wolfas Kroomak
  5. 1989Death of a Tea Masteras Rikyu Sen-no
  6. 1987Princess from the Moonas Taketori-no-Miyatsuko
  7. 1982The Challengeas Toru Yoshida
  8. 1981The Bushido Bladeas Shogun's Commander
  9. 1981Inchonas Saito-San
  10. 1980Shōgunas Lord Yoshi Toranaga · 5 episodes
  11. 1980Port Arthuras Emperor Meiji
  12. 19791941as Cmdr. Akiro Mitamura
  13. 1979Winter Killsas Keith
  14. 1978The Fall of Ako Castleas Tsuchiya Michinao
  15. 1978Shogun's Samurai: The Yagyu Clan Conspiracyas Yoshinao Tokugawa
  16. 1977Proof of the Manas Yohei Kori
  17. 1976Midwayas Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto
  18. 1975Paper Tigeras Ambassador Kagoyama
  19. 1971Red Sunas Kuroda Jubei
  20. 1970Incident at Blood Passas Yojimbo · Producer
  21. 1970The Ambitiousas Shojiro Goto
  22. 1970Zatoichi Meets Yojimboas Yojimbo/Sasa
  23. 1969Shinsengumi: Assassins of Honoras Isami Kondo · Producer
  24. 1969Red Lionas Gonzo · Producer
  25. 1969Samurai Bannersas Kansuke Yamamoto · Producer
  26. 1968Hell in the Pacificas Captain Tsuruhiko Kuroda
  27. 1967Japan's Longest Dayas War Minister General Korechika Anami
  28. 1967Samurai Rebellionas Isaburo Sasahara · Producer
  29. 1966Grand Prixas Izō Yamura
  30. 1966The Sword of Doomas Toranosuke Shimada
  31. 1965Red Beardas Dr. Kyojio Niide ("Red Beard")
  32. 1965Samurai Assassinas Tsuruchiyo Niiro
  33. 1963Samurai Pirateas Sukezaemon Naya, aka 'Luzon' [Sinbad, in US version]
  34. 1963High and Lowas Kingo Gondo
  35. 1962Chûshinguraas Genba Tawaraboshi
  36. 1962Sanjuroas Sanjûrô Tsubaki / The ronin
  37. 1961The Important Manas Ánimas Trujano
  38. 1961Yojimboas Sanjuro Kuwabatake / The Samurai
  39. 1960The Bad Sleep Wellas Kôichi Nishi
  40. 1959The Three Treasuresas Prince Yamato Takeru
  41. 1959Samurai Sagaas Heihachiro Komaki
  42. 1958The Hidden Fortressas General Rokurota Makabe
  43. 1958The Rickshaw Manas Matsugorō Tomishima
  44. 1957The Lower Depthsas Sutekichi the Thief
  45. 1957Throne of Bloodas Taketoki Washizu
  46. 1956Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Islandas Musashi Miyamoto a.k.a. Takezo
  47. 1955I Live in Fearas Kiichi Nakajima
  48. 1955Samurai II: Duel at Ichijoji Templeas Musashi Miyamoto a.k.a. Takezo
  49. 1954Samurai I: Musashi Miyamotoas Musashi Miyamoto a.k.a. Takezo
  50. 1954Seven Samuraias Kikuchiyo
  51. 1952The Life of Oharuas Katsunosuke
  52. 1952Vendetta of a Samuraias Mataemon Araki
  53. 1951The Idiotas Denkichi Akama
  54. 1950Rashomonas Tajômaru
  55. 1950Wedding Ringas Takeshi Ema
  56. 1950Scandalas Ichirô Aoye
  57. 1949Stray Dogas Det. Murakami
  58. 1949The Quiet Duelas Dr. Kyoji Fujisaki
  59. 1948Drunken Angelas Matsunaga
  60. 1947Snow Trailas Eijima