Cast: Akira Nakao
Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Akira Nakao. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.
Titles found: 43
Direction Suzuki Masayuki
Cast Takashi Sorimachi · Nanako Matsushima · Yôsuke Kubozuka · Aimi Nakamura
Synopsis Great Teacher Onizuka (TV Series) (1997) is a drama series adapted from the manga and anime of the same name, both crafted by Fujisawa Tohru. The narrative serves as a sequel to the lesser-known series "Shounan Jun'ai-gumi" (Shounan Love Gang),...
7.2
38 votes
7.2
38 votes
Direction Takeshi Kitano
Cast Takeshi Kitano · Kanako Higuchi · Yûrei Yanagi · Kumiko Aso
Synopsis Achilles and the Tortoise (2008) follows the journey of Machisu, a dedicated painter who struggles to achieve the recognition he believes he deserves. Despite facing numerous obstacles and setbacks, Machisu persists in his pursuit of success. His unwavering wife, Sachiko,...
7.0
1K votes
7.0
1K votes
Direction Kan Eguchi
Cast Wataru Ichinose · Shôta Sometani · Shiori Kutsuna · Tomorô Taguchi
Synopsis Sanctuary (2023) follows the journey of a man pushed to the brink, convinced that wealth, love, and renown are hidden within a mysterious ring. His quest leads him to an unexpected encounter with a sumo wrestler, setting the stage for...
6.9
338 votes
6.9
338 votes
Direction Takeshi Kitano
Cast Tatsuya Fuji · Masaomi Kondo · Akira Nakao · Masanobu Katsumura
Synopsis Ryuzo and his Seven Henchmen (2015) follows the story of a group of elderly men who were once formidable yakuza henchmen. Now, they lead ordinary lives, far removed from their past criminal activities. The peaceful existence of Ryuzo (Tatsuya Fuji)...
6.3
297 votes
6.3
297 votes
Direction Takao Okawara
Cast Takuro Tatsumi · Yoko Ishino · Yasufumi Hayashi · Megumi Odaka
Synopsis Godzilla vs. Destoroyah (1995) follows the aftermath of a catastrophic event that has devastated Birth Island, the habitat of Godzilla and his offspring, Little Godzilla. Scientists detect an alarming phenomenon: Godzilla is emitting an intense, fiery glow, signaling that his...
6.2
111 votes
6.2
111 votes
Direction Takeshi Kitano
Cast Takeshi Kitano · Toshiyuki Nishida · Tomokazu Miura · Ryo Kase
Synopsis Outrage 2 (2012) delves into the intricate world of the Sanno crime syndicate, which has evolved into a formidable organization with extensive influence in politics and legitimate enterprises. The leadership of the Sanno is now predominantly held by young executives,...
6.1
2K votes
6.1
2K votes
Direction Hideki Takeuchi
Cast Kumiko Aso · Gackt · Yusuke Iseya · Ryo Kato
Synopsis Fly Me to the Saitama (2019) is set in a society where individuals face prejudice due to their place of origin. The story centers around an inhabitant of the often-maligned Saitama Prefecture who initiates a groundbreaking journey to enhance the...
6.0
33 votes
6.0
33 votes
Direction Michio Yamamoto
Cast Jun Hamamura · Yukiko Kobayashi · Kayo Matsuo · Yôko Minakaze
Synopsis Vampire Doll (1970) follows the chilling journey of Keiko and her companion as they desperately search for her vanished brother. Their investigation leads them to Yuko, the girlfriend of the missing individual, unraveling a web of mystery and horror.
5.6
52 votes
5.6
52 votes
Direction Masaaki Tezuka
Cast Yumiko Shaku · Shin Takuma · Kou Takasugi · Yuusuke Tomoi
Synopsis Godzilla Against MechaGodzilla (2002) follows the Japanese government's desperate attempt to safeguard the nation from a new and sinister Godzilla-like creature. In response to this threat, they develop a formidable human-controlled cyborg, designated Kiriyu, constructed from the remains of the...
5.6
85 votes
5.6
85 votes
Direction Masaaki Tezuka
Cast Noboru Kaneko · Miho Yoshioka · Mitsuki Koga · Masami Nagasawa
Synopsis Godzilla: Tokyo S.O.S. (2003) follows the aftermath of a previous encounter between Godzilla and Mechagodzilla, as the two titans, along with the colossal Mothra, engage in a climactic showdown that will determine the fate of Tokyo.
5.5
85 votes
5.5
85 votes
Direction Tsutomu Hanabusa
Cast Mirei Kiritani · Kento Yamazaki · Kentarô Sakaguchi · Ayano Fukuda
Synopsis No Longer Heroine (2015) follows the story of Hatori Matsuzaki, a high school girl with a secret admiration for her childhood friend, Rita Terasaka. Hatori is convinced that Rita will eventually see her as his heroine, but her hopes are...
5.3
35 votes
5.3
35 votes
Direction Keita Amemiya
Cast Ryosei Konishi · Kanji Tsuda · Akira Nakao · Mary Matsuyama
Synopsis Garo: Red Requiem (2010) follows the thrilling tale of a valiant warrior clad in a resplendent suit of golden armor. This hero finds himself in a fierce and perilous confrontation with a malevolent magical creature that seeks to bring about...
4.9
26 votes
4.9
26 votes
Direction Kensho Yamashita
Cast Megumi Odaka · Jun Hashizume · Zenkichi Yoneyama · Akira Emoto
Synopsis Godzilla vs. SpaceGodzilla (1994) sees the iconic monster facing off against not one, but two formidable adversaries. The first is Mogera, a cutting-edge machine developed by the United Nations to combat Godzilla. The second threat is SpaceGodzilla, a terrifying creature...
4.8
99 votes
4.8
99 votes
Direction Kosaku Yamashita
Cast Shima Iwashita · Rino Katase · Kinya Kitaoji · Masao Kusakari
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Direction Masahiro Shinoda
Cast Takeshi Kaga · Masato Furuoya · Jun Hamamura · Sen Hara
Synopsis Island of the Evil Spirits (1981) is the concluding chapter in the Kosuke Kindaichi mystery series from the late 1970s. This film follows the renowned detective as he navigates a labyrinth of intrigue and danger on a remote island, where...
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Direction Kentaro Horikirizono · Tsuyoshi Inoue · Keishi Ohtomo
Cast Ian Moore · Cynthia Cheston · Manami Fuji · Seiichi Kanise
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Direction Tooru Dobashi
Cast Hiroyuki Sanada · Hiroshi Katsuno · Kazue Ito · Hikaru Kurosaki
Synopsis The Blazing Valiant (Burning Brave) (1981) follows Jo, who returns to Japan for the solemn occasion of his parents' funeral, who tragically lost their lives in Africa, where the family had resided for most of Jo's life. After the funeral...
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Direction Akira Matsumoto · Masahisa Sadanaga · Eiichi Kudo · Koreyoshi Kurahara
Cast Tsutomu Yamazaki · Yumiko Nogawa · Makoto Fujita · Takayuki Akutagawa
Synopsis Hissatsu shiokinin (TV Series) (1973) is a gripping television series set in the bustling city of Edo (present-day Tokyo) during the mid-1800s. The narrative revolves around a seemingly ordinary group of merchants who, unbeknownst to many, are a clandestine band...
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Direction Shunya Ito
Cast Yôko Shimada · Yuya Uchida · Youki Kudoh · Hitomi Kuroki
Synopsis Labyrinth of Flower Garden (1988) unfolds in a grimy port town where a series of brutal murders disrupts the otherwise quiet atmosphere. The narrative delves into the dark underbelly of the community, focusing on a notorious brothel that becomes the...
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Direction Toshiya Fujita
Cast Jun Etô · Toshiyuki Nagashima · Mayumi Asano · Kaori Takeda
Synopsis Days That Will Not Return (1978) follows the journey of a high school student who is living in Tokyo and must return to his rural hometown to attend his father's funeral. The film explores the emotional and personal challenges he...
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