Cast: Morio Kazama

Direction Satoshi Miki

Cast Kumiko Aso · Ryo Kase · Morio Kazama · Keiko Matsuzaka

Direction Hitori Gekidan

Cast Yûya Yagira · Mugi Kadowaki · Morio Kazama · Hiroyuke Onoue

Synopsis Asakusa Kid (2021) transports viewers to the vibrant 1960s, where a young Takeshi Kitano decides to leave his academic pursuits behind to fully dedicate himself to the world of theatre. Through a stroke of luck, he becomes the apprentice of...

Direction Haruki Kadokawa

Cast Takaaki Enoki · Masahiko Tsugawa · Atsuko Asano · Naomi Zaizen

Direction Hiroyuki Nakano

Cast Morio Kazama · Mitsuro Fukikoshi · Tomoyasu Hotei · Tamaki Ogawa

Synopsis Samurai Fiction (1998) is a captivating tale set three centuries ago, where a highly valued sword, bestowed by Shogun Tokugawa to a clan, is stolen by the notorious Kazamatsuri. The theft poses a significant threat to the clan's honor and...

Direction Masanobu Deme

Cast Shima Iwashita · Sayuri Yoshinaga · Tetsuya Chikushi · Hirotarô Honda

Direction Naomi Tamura · Meiji Fujita · Takashi Komatsu

Cast Emi Takei · Inamori Izumi · Kôji Seto · Jun Kaname

Synopsis Age Harassment (TV Miniseries) (2015) follows the journey of Emiri Yoshii as she starts her career at a prominent trading firm. After her family's business faced difficulties, she had to forgo her aspiration of pursuing an MBA in the United...

Direction Hiroyuki Nakano

Cast Masatoshi Nagase · Akiko Monou · Tamaki Ogawa · Kumiko Aso

Synopsis Stereo Future (2001) follows Keisuke, an ambitious actor seeking to make a name for himself in the world of samurai films. He secures a significant part in an upcoming movie but faces a challenging director who openly disdains him while...

Direction Satsuo Yamamoto

Cast Junko Mihara · Kie Nakai · Nana Okada · Eri Ishida

Direction Yoshimitsu Morita

Cast Yûji Oda · Makoto Fujita · Shin'yû Fujiwara · Tsuyoshi Hayashi

Synopsis Sanjûrô (2007) follows the journey of a rugged, masterless samurai who crosses paths with a band of youthful warriors. These warriors are in dire straits as their leader has been seized by a cunning group of officers with grand ambitions....

Direction Sadao Nakajima

Cast Mariko Okada · Yûko Natori · Morio Kazama · Kei Sato

Synopsis Appassionata (1984) follows the life of Tsuya Shimamura, who enters the world in Kyoto as the second daughter of a tea merchant. Tragically, her father passes away before her arrival. Tsuya possesses a deep passion for painting, which she cherishes...

Direction Nobuhiko Ôbayashi

Cast Sayuri Yoshinaga · Masahiko Tsugawa · Morio Kazama · Miki Fujitani

Synopsis A Mature Woman (1994) follows the journey of a seasoned journalist, Yumiko, who has been diligently covering the "Women's page" for years. Seeking a significant career advancement, Yumiko is finally given the opportunity to transition to writing editorials, marking a...

Direction Nobuhiko Ôbayashi

Cast Morio Kazama · Tsurutaro Kataoka · Kumiko Akiyoshi · Yûko Natori

Synopsis The Discarnates (1988) follows Harada, a prosperous scriptwriter, as he grapples with his best friend's plan to propose to his former spouse. Struggling with feelings of failure as a husband and father, Harada seeks solace in a 'Rakugo' (traditional Japanese...

Direction Shunichi Hirano · Nobuhiro Doi · Yōhei Miyazaki

Cast Shun Oguri · Jun Kunimura · Ken'ichi Matsuyama · Anne Nakamura

Synopsis Japan Sinks: People of Hope (TV Miniseries) (2021) unfolds in the heart of Tokyo during the year 2023, presenting a gripping drama about individuals fighting for survival amidst an extraordinary catastrophe. The narrative revolves around the aftermath of Japan's collapse,...

Direction Masaharu Take

Cast Mirai Moriyama · Takumi Kitamura · Ryô Katsuji · Kumi Takiuchi

Synopsis Underdog: Part One (2020) follows the journey of three unlikely boxers who are often overlooked and underestimated. Former professional boxer Suenaga Akira, once on the brink of stardom, struggles to regain his former glory. Omura Ryuta, a young man raised...

Direction Yoshimitsu Morita

Cast Yusaku Matsuda · Miwako Fujitani · Kaoru Kobayashi · Morio Kazama

Direction Noboru Tanaka

Cast Ayako Ichikawa · Morio Kazama · Hitomi Kozue · Osamu Tsuruoka

Direction Kinji Fukasaku

Cast Keiko Matsuzaka · Morio Kazama · Mitsuru Hirata · Chika Takami

Synopsis Fall Guy (1982) centers around a former samurai movie star who exploits the unwavering loyalty of one of his ardent admirers in this Japanese comedy-drama. The star leverages the fan's assistance to navigate through various challenging predicaments. Ultimately, he devises...

Direction Shusuke Kaneko

Cast Morio Kazama · Nana Katase · Tomoko Fujita · Megumi Kobashi

Direction Kinji Fukasaku

Cast Keiko Matsuzaka · Morio Kazama · Etsuko Shihomi · Ryudo Uzaki

Synopsis Shanghai Rhapsody (1984) unfolds in the vibrant city of Shanghai during the 1930s, chronicling the opulent and tumultuous lives of a jazz ensemble. The musicians navigate their days with a mix of creativity and financial struggle, relying on advance payments...

Direction Yôichi Higashi

Cast Yagi Nakasuji · Yûko Tanaka · Morio Kazama · Masahiko Tsugawa

Synopsis The Rape (1982) follows the harrowing journey of Yahagi Michiko, who is brutally attacked and assaulted while walking home one night. The narrative delves into her struggles as she navigates the complexities of the police investigation, hospital procedures, and the...