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Joe Shishido

Joe Shishido

Actor · born 6 December 1933 · Kita, Osaka, Japan

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).

Where to start: Branded to Kill (1967).

As actor 121

TV shows 11

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Joe Shishido movie?

By viewer score, Branded to Kill (1967) at 7.2/10.

What are Joe Shishido’s most popular movies?

Branded to Kill, Youth of the Beast, Gate of Flesh.

How many movies has Joe Shishido made?

121 films on TMDB, 121 as actor.

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