Toshirō Mifune
Toshirō Mifune (April 2, 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.
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ActingBirthday
April 2, 1920Deathday
December 24, 1997Gender
MaleKnown Movie Credits
179Place of birth
Qingdao, ChinaAlso known as
Toshirô Mifune, Toshiroh Mifune, 三船敏郎, Тосиро Мифунэ, Mifune Toshirō, Toshiro MifuneCast credits
Rashomon
TajômaruThe Hidden Fortress
General Rokurota MakabeThrone of Blood
Taketori WashizuGrand Prix
Izo YamuraIncident at Blood Pass
YojimboStray Dog
Det. MurakamiI Live in Fear
Kiichi Nakajima1941
Cmdr. Akiro MitamuraSamurai I: Musashi Miyamoto
Musashi Miyamoto a.k.a. TakezoSamurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island
Musashi Miyamoto a.k.a. TakezoSamurai II: Duel at Ichijoji Temple
Musashi Miyamoto a.k.a. TakezoSanjuro
Sanjûrô Tsubaki / The roninThe Bad Sleep Well
Kôichi NishiRed Sun
Kuroda JubeiHell in the Pacific
Captain Tsuruhiko KurodaYojimbo
Sanjuro Kuwabatake / The SamuraiThe Idiot
Denkichi AkamaDrunken Angel
MatsunagaScandal
Ichirô AoyeDeath of a Tea Master
Rikyu Sen-noHigh and Low
Kingo GondoCrew credits
Samurai Rebellion
ProducerShinsengumi: Assassins of Honor
ProducerAdventure in Kigan Castle
Associate ProducerIncident at Blood Pass
ProducerFort Graveyard
Associate ProducerShag
Executive ProducerLegacy of the 500,000
Director, Associate ProducerSamurai Banners
ProducerOnmitsu Doshin: The Edo Secret Police
Associate ProducerRed Lion
ProducerThe Mad Atlantic
Executive ProducerMorning for Two
Producer