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Joe Odagiri

Joe Odagiri

Director & actor · born 16 February 1976 · Okayama, Japan

Jō Odagiri (小田切 譲 Odagiri Jō, born February 16, 1976), better known by his stage name Joe Odagiri (オダギリ ジョー Odagiri Jō), is a Japanese actor and musician. South China Morning Post described him as "a rebel, something made evident by his grungy, gothic style"

Odagiri Joe was born in Tsuyama, Okayama prefecture, a small town in central Japan renowned for its beautiful cherry blossoms in the spring. Though he was accepted by Kochi University, he turned it down for an opportunity to study in the United States. He had originally intended to study movie directing at California State University in Fresno, but mistakes in the application process landed him in acting classes. It may have been a blessing in disguise, for two years after studying in Fresno and later starring in a few stage performances in Japan, Odagiri would find himself catapulted to fame in his role in the Kamen Rider series, playing the central character of Kamen Rider Kuuga, Yusuke Godai. He became the predecessor of the "Ikemen Hero" craze (literally, "good-looking actors playing hero roles in popular TV series").

Where to start: My Way (2011).

As director 3

As actor 76

TV shows 39

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Joe Odagiri movie?

By viewer score, My Way (2011) at 7.9/10.

What are Joe Odagiri’s most popular movies?

My Way, Azumi, Air Doll.

How many movies has Joe Odagiri made?

79 films on TMDB, 3 as director, 76 as actor.

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