Joe Shishido

Joe Shishido

Beloved Japanese actor most recognizable for his intense, eccentric yakuza film roles and his artificially enlarged cheekbones. He has appeared in over 200 films but is best known in the West for his performance in the cult film Branded to Kill (1967). In Japan, he is also known by the nickname “Joe the Ace” (エースのジョー Ēsu no Jō) for his popular role in the Western Fast-Draw Guy (1961).

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Joe Shishido Movies

Discover the best Joe Shishido movies. Explore the complete filmography, including top-rated classics, newest releases, and highest-grossing films starring Joe Shishido ranked by year and score.

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Branded to Kill (1967)

Action Crime Thriller
Ranking matters in the world of professional killing, and Goro Hanada has clawed his way to number three in Japan's underworld hierarchy. Then a single botched contract unravels everything. Suddenly...
Score 7.2
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A Colt Is My Passport (1967)

Action Crime Drama
Kamimura is a professional, the kind of man who completes a job and asks no questions. When a powerful crime lord contracts him to eliminate a rival boss whose greed...
Score 7.0

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According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles starring Joe Shishido are Branded to Kill and A Colt Is My Passport.
How many movies and TV shows has Joe Shishido starred in? +
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 2 titles starring Joe Shishido, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
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Yes! The overall filmography starring Joe Shishido maintains a strong average user rating of 7.1 out of 10 across all tracked titles.