Joji Oka

Joji Oka

Acting
Born 1902-05-23 - Died 1970-12-17Tokyo, Japan

Biography

Joji Oka, born in Tokyo, Japan, on May 25, 1902, was a renowned Japanese actor celebrated for his versatile roles in the film industry. His given name was Katsuzo Nakamizo, and he also used alternate names, including Susumu Minobe. Oka embarked on his cinematic journey in the late 1920s, making his debut with the film "Ryuko no Maki Tora no Maki" in 1928. He rose to prominence as a leading actor in movies like "Akai Hi Aoi Hi" (Red Lights, Blue Lights) in 1929. His influence extended across silent and sound films, where he showcased his remarkable voice and talent. In the early 1930s, Oka encountered personal and professional challenges, including a romantic involvement with actress Ran Koizumi and a subsequent disappearance incident. Later, he joined Toho Studios, further solidifying his position as a leading actor. Notable works, such as "Shiroi Kinjo" (White Robes) in 1936, featured his exceptional talents. During World War II, Oka served in the Imperial Japanese Army while simultaneously pursuing his acting career. Following the war, he resumed his involvement in filmmaking and garnered recognition for his roles in movies like "Kanchi eizu Seiretsu" (The Ambitious Gang) in 1954. Oka's career spanned from the late 1920s to the late 1960s, showcasing his versatility and skill in various genres, encompassing modern drama, period pieces, and action films. He passed away on December 17, 1970, at the age of 68, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances within the realm of Japanese cinema.

Movies (92)

Hanjiro of Kusama: Bird of Passage
6.0

Hanjiro of Kusama: Bird of Passage

1960Movie6.0
Kinseimei shōbu monogatari: Kettō

Kinseimei shōbu monogatari: Kettō

1953Movie
Dedication of the Great Buddha
10.0

Dedication of the Great Buddha

1952Movie10.0
Dragnet Girl
6.6

Dragnet Girl

1933Movie6.6
Koga Manshion

Koga Manshion

1949Movie
A Devil of a Gentleman

A Devil of a Gentleman

1963Movie
The Crown of Life

The Crown of Life

1936Movie
Lord of Red Banner

Lord of Red Banner

1960Movie
Duel at Omagatsuji

Duel at Omagatsuji

1951Movie
Condor

Condor

1950Movie
The Pacific War and the International Military Tribunal
8.0

The Pacific War and the International Military Tribunal

1959Movie8.0
Great Bodhisattva Pass 2

Great Bodhisattva Pass 2

1936Movie
Haha kōbai

Haha kōbai

1949Movie
Seven Seas: Chastity Chapter
8.0

Seven Seas: Chastity Chapter

1932Movie8.0
Chōchō shissō jiken

Chōchō shissō jiken

1947Movie
As Long as I Live

As Long as I Live

1946Movie
Tales of Young Genji Kuro 2
7.0

Tales of Young Genji Kuro 2

1958Movie7.0
ふり袖小天狗

ふり袖小天狗

1955Movie
Swordsman of the Two Sword Style
5.5

Swordsman of the Two Sword Style

1956Movie5.5
Dokuja-tō kidan: Joōbachi

Dokuja-tō kidan: Joōbachi

1952Movie
Aizenbashi

Aizenbashi

1951Movie
Wings of Victory
6.8

Wings of Victory

1942Movie6.8
Prince of Space
2.6

Prince of Space

1959Movie2.6
Kono michi akashingō

Kono michi akashingō

1964Movie
Tengu Kurama — A Strong Wind Through 808 Villages

Tengu Kurama — A Strong Wind Through 808 Villages

1954Movie
Kaikyo no same

Kaikyo no same

1950Movie
Great Bodhisattva Pass
10.0

Great Bodhisattva Pass

1935Movie10.0
Ghost Man
6.7

Ghost Man

1954Movie6.7
Turbid Youth
9.0

Turbid Youth

1954Movie9.0
Furisode kyōjo

Furisode kyōjo

1952Movie
Pirate Island

Pirate Island

1950Movie
Constellations on Earth, Part One: Earth Chapter
10.0

Constellations on Earth, Part One: Earth Chapter

1934Movie10.0
Tetsuro no dankon

Tetsuro no dankon

1950Movie
音楽大進軍
7.0

音楽大進軍

1943Movie7.0
Sen-hime goten

Sen-hime goten

1948Movie
Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 3

Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 3

1960Movie
Utsukushiki hyō

Utsukushiki hyō

1948Movie
Moonlight Mask: The Challenging Ghost
8.0

Moonlight Mask: The Challenging Ghost

1959Movie8.0
The Mysterious House

The Mysterious House

1954Movie
Sasaki Kojiro
6.0

Sasaki Kojiro

1957Movie6.0
Constellations on Earth, Part 2: Constellations
9.0

Constellations on Earth, Part 2: Constellations

1934Movie9.0
The Loyal 47 Ronin

The Loyal 47 Ronin

1932Movie
Lion Crest

Lion Crest

1958Movie
Case of a Young Lord 6: Mermaid Murder Case

Case of a Young Lord 6: Mermaid Murder Case

1957Movie
The Night Before the Meiji Restoration

The Night Before the Meiji Restoration

1941Movie
Lady Chatterley of Japan
4.0

Lady Chatterley of Japan

1953Movie4.0
The 26 Martyrs of Japan
7.0

The 26 Martyrs of Japan

1931Movie7.0
Ayausgî G-Man - ânkoku gai no yagû

Ayausgî G-Man - ânkoku gai no yagû

1960Movie
The Vassal's Neck
8.5

The Vassal's Neck

1955Movie8.5
Mōjū Tsukai no Shōjo

Mōjū Tsukai no Shōjo

1952Movie
The Spider-Man
5.9

The Spider-Man

1958Movie5.9
No Blood Relation
7.3

No Blood Relation

1932Movie7.3
Seven Seas: Virginity Chapter
7.5

Seven Seas: Virginity Chapter

1931Movie7.5
Tatakau Otoko

Tatakau Otoko

1940Movie
Chûshingura - Zempen: Akahokyô no maki
10.0

Chûshingura - Zempen: Akahokyô no maki

1932Movie10.0
First Steps Ashore
7.5

First Steps Ashore

1932Movie7.5
Koi rōka

Koi rōka

1949Movie
Sasaki Kojiro, Part 2
7.0

Sasaki Kojiro, Part 2

1957Movie7.0
The Young Lord

The Young Lord

1955Movie
快剣士・笑いの面

快剣士・笑いの面

1956Movie
Kurama Tengu and Katsu Kaishū

Kurama Tengu and Katsu Kaishū

1953Movie
Glorious Standard Bearer

Glorious Standard Bearer

1957Movie
Mother of the East
7.0

Mother of the East

1934Movie7.0
Storm in the City

Storm in the City

1934Movie
Lion Crest Part 2

Lion Crest Part 2

1958Movie
Falcon Magistrate

Falcon Magistrate

1957Movie
Sôbô
8.0

Sôbô

1933Movie8.0
The Mansion of Intrigue

The Mansion of Intrigue

1957Movie
Bored Hatamoto Passes By

Bored Hatamoto Passes By

1953Movie
The Genealogy of Women
10.0

The Genealogy of Women

1934Movie10.0
Daphne

Daphne

1933Movie
Until the Day We Meet Again
8.0

Until the Day We Meet Again

1932Movie8.0
Musashibo Benkei
9.0

Musashibo Benkei

1942Movie9.0
Secret Love

Secret Love

1966Movie
The Morning Sun Shines
5.8

The Morning Sun Shines

1929Movie5.8
Mother Peacock

Mother Peacock

1956Movie
Clear and Cloudy

Clear and Cloudy

1933Movie
Case of a Young Lord 3

Case of a Young Lord 3

1956Movie
Appeal on the Cross

Appeal on the Cross

1956Movie
Planet Prince - The Terrifying Spaceship

Planet Prince - The Terrifying Spaceship

1959Movie
Planet Prince
6.0

Planet Prince

1959Movie6.0
Moonlight Mask: The Last Death of the Devil
10.0

Moonlight Mask: The Last Death of the Devil

1959Movie10.0
Sabakareru aijō

Sabakareru aijō

1947Movie
Victory or Defeat

Victory or Defeat

1932Movie
Mother's Melody

Mother's Melody

1937Movie
Kaiketsu kuro zukin

Kaiketsu kuro zukin

1953Movie
Enoken the Hero

Enoken the Hero

1950Movie
Hyōchū no Bijo

Hyōchū no Bijo

1950Movie
Claws of Iron
7.0

Claws of Iron

1951Movie7.0
関八州勢揃い

関八州勢揃い

1954Movie
Shin Yotsuya Ghost Story

Shin Yotsuya Ghost Story

1932Movie
The Cheerleading Captain's Love
8.0

The Cheerleading Captain's Love

1933Movie8.0