Toshirō Mifune

Toshirō Mifune

Known for: Acting
Biography: 1920-04-01
Deathday: 1997-12-24 (77 years old)

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

all 181

Movies 171

Producer 13

TV Shows 10

self 8

Self - Actor / Various Roles (archive footage)
Mifune: The Last Samurai

Mifune: The Last Samurai (2016)

Movie
Self (archive footage)
Kurosawa

Kurosawa (2000)

Movie
Self (archive footage)
The Making of '1941'

The Making of '1941' (1996)

Movie
Shūichirō Hase
cf Girl

cf Girl (1989)

Movie
Admiral Heihachiro Togo
Battle Anthem

Battle Anthem (1983)

Movie
Lord Yoshi Toranaga
Shōgun

Shōgun (1980)

TV
6
Cmdr. Akiro Mitamura
1941

1941 (1979)

Movie
6
Sadanobu Matsudaira / Associate Producer
Onmitsu Doshin: The Edo Secret Police

Onmitsu Doshin: The Edo Secret Police (1979)

Movie
Kindaichi of 11th Generation in 'The Woman in the Eye'
The Adventures of Kosuke Kindaichi

The Adventures of Kosuke Kindaichi (1979)

Movie
Sakuzaemon Okumura
Lord Mito

Lord Mito (1978)

Movie
Captain Takeo Murata / Executive Producer
Shag

Shag (1978)

Movie
Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto
Midway

Midway (1976)

Movie
1
Ambassador Kagoyama
Paper Tiger

Paper Tiger (1975)

Movie
Kujuro Toge / Associate Producer
Ronin of the Wastelands

Ronin of the Wastelands (1972)

TV
Adm. Isoroku Yamamoto
The Militarists

The Militarists (1970)

Movie
Gonzo / Producer
Red Lion

Red Lion (1969)

Movie
Yūichirō Takase
Safari 5000

Safari 5000 (1969)

Movie
Kansuke Yamamoto / Producer
Samurai Banners

Samurai Banners (1969)

Movie
Captain Tsuruhiko Kuroda
Hell in the Pacific

Hell in the Pacific (1968)

Movie
Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto
Admiral Yamamoto

Admiral Yamamoto (1968)

Movie
War Minister General Korechika Anami
Japan's Longest Day

Japan's Longest Day (1967)

Movie
Isaburo Sasahara / Producer
Samurai Rebellion

Samurai Rebellion (1967)

Movie
4.75
Heihachirô Murakami / Executive Producer
The Mad Atlantic

The Mad Atlantic (1966)

Movie
Osami / Associate Producer
Adventure in Kigan Castle

Adventure in Kigan Castle (1966)

Movie
Sergeant Kosugi / Associate Producer
Fort Graveyard

Fort Graveyard (1965)

Movie
Dr. Kyojio Niide ('Red Beard')
Red Beard

Red Beard (1965)

Movie
4.33
Sukezaemon Naya, aka 'Luzon' [Sinbad, in US version]
Samurai Pirate

Samurai Pirate (1963)

Movie
Takeichi Matsuo / Director / Associate Producer
Legacy of the 500,000

Legacy of the 500,000 (1963)

Movie
Genba Tawaraboshi
Chûshingura

Chûshingura (1962)

Movie
Sanjûrô Tsubaki / The ronin
Sanjuro

Sanjuro (1962)

Movie
3.86
Fudo-Myo (Immovable Bright King)
The Youth and His Amulet

The Youth and His Amulet (1961)

Movie
Sanjuro Kuwabatake / The Samurai
Yojimbo

Yojimbo (1961)

Movie
3.88
Detective Saburo Fujioka
The Last Gunfight

The Last Gunfight (1960)

Movie
Heihachiro Komaki
Samurai Saga

Samurai Saga (1959)

Movie
Matsugorō Tomishima
The Rickshaw Man

The Rickshaw Man (1958)

Movie
Tenkai's nephew Jirō
A Holiday in Tokyo

A Holiday in Tokyo (1958)

Movie
Yoshio Tsuruishi
Down Town

Down Town (1957)

Movie
Chief Inspector Kumada
The Underworld

The Underworld (1956)

Movie
Daikichi Risshun
All is Well

All is Well (1955)

Movie
Skipper of the Utashima-maru
The Surf

The Surf (1954)

Movie
Musashi Miyamoto a.k.a. Takezo
Samurai I: Musashi Miyamoto

Samurai I: Musashi Miyamoto (1954)

Movie
4.83
Shinkichi / Hayakawa
The Last Embrace

The Last Embrace (1953)

Movie
Prosecutor Daisuke Toki
Elegy

Elegy (1951)

Movie
Genzaburo Onō, Gang Boss
These Foolish Times

These Foolish Times (1947)

Movie
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Information

Known For
Acting

Gender
Male

Birthday
1920-04-01

Deathday
1997-12-24 (77 years old)

Birth Place
Qingdao, China

Children
Mika Mifune, Shirō Mifune

Citizenships
Japan

Residences
Japan, Japan

Also Known As
Toshiroh Mifune, Mifune Toshirō

Awards
Blue Ribbon Awards for Best Supporting Actor, Blue Ribbon Awards for Best Actor, star on Hollywood Walk of Fame, Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, Medal with Purple Ribbon, Golden Arrow Award, Volpi Cup for Best Actor, Mainichi Film Award for Best Actor

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