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Kankuro Kudo

Bio: Kankurō Kudō  (宮藤 官九郎 Kudō Kankurō, born 19 July 1970) is a Japanese screenwriter, dramatist, director, actor and member of the theater company Otona Keikaku. He won the 'Best Screenplay' award at the 2002 Japanese Academy Awards for Go, which explores problems faced by people of Korean-heritage living in Japan
Born: Sun, Jul 19 1970
Birthplace: Miyagi, Japan
Kankuro Kudo is 54 years old
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Poster of Sunset Sunrise
Sunset Sunrise
Kankuro Kudo was 54 in Sunset Sunrise as 'Writer'.
Movie Released: Fri, Jan 17 2025
Poster of The Last Town We Saw
The Last Town We Saw
Kankuro Kudo was 54 in The Last Town We Saw as 'Writer'.
Movie Released: Sat, Sep 21 2024
Poster of We're Millennials. Got a Problem? International
We're Millennials. Got a Problem? International
Kankuro Kudo was 53 in We're Millennials. Got a Problem? International as 'Writer'.
Movie Released: Fri, Oct 13 2023
Poster of One Second Ahead, One Second Behind
One Second Ahead, One Second Behind
Kankuro Kudo was 52 in One Second Ahead, One Second Behind as 'Writer'.
Movie Released: Fri, Jul 07 2023
Poster of Woman’s Lib Vol. 15 ”Mo Gaman Dekinai”
Woman’s Lib Vol. 15 ”Mo Gaman Dekinai”
Kankuro Kudo was 52 in Woman’s Lib Vol. 15 ”Mo Gaman Dekinai” as 'Director, Writer'.
Movie Released: Fri, Apr 14 2023
Poster of Ichigeki
Ichigeki
Kankuro Kudo was 52 in Ichigeki as 'Screenplay'.
Movie Released: Tue, Jan 03 2023
Poster of The Mole Song: Final
The Mole Song: Final
Kankuro Kudo was 51 in The Mole Song: Final as 'Writer'.
Movie Released: Fri, Nov 19 2021
Poster of 大人計画ウーマンリブvol.14「もうがまんできない」
大人計画ウーマンリブvol.14「もうがまんできない」
Kankuro Kudo was 49 in 大人計画ウーマンリブvol.14「もうがまんできない」 as 'Director, Writer'.
Movie Released: Thu, Apr 02 2020
Poster of Punk Samurai Slash Down
Punk Samurai Slash Down
Kankuro Kudo was 47 in Punk Samurai Slash Down as 'Writer'.
Movie Released: Sat, Jun 30 2018
Poster of The Mole Song: Hong Kong Capriccio
The Mole Song: Hong Kong Capriccio
Kankuro Kudo was 46 in The Mole Song: Hong Kong Capriccio as 'Writer'.
Movie Released: Fri, Dec 23 2016
Poster of Too Young To Die!
Too Young To Die!
Kankuro Kudo was 45 in Too Young To Die! as 'Director, Screenplay'.
Movie Released: Sat, Jun 25 2016
Poster of The Mole Song: Undercover Agent Reiji
The Mole Song: Undercover Agent Reiji
Kankuro Kudo was 43 in The Mole Song: Undercover Agent Reiji as 'Screenplay'.
Movie Released: Fri, Nov 15 2013
Poster of The Apology King
The Apology King
Kankuro Kudo was 43 in The Apology King as 'Screenplay'.
Movie Released: Sat, Sep 28 2013
Poster of Maruyama, the Middle Schooler
Maruyama, the Middle Schooler
Kankuro Kudo was 42 in Maruyama, the Middle Schooler as 'Screenplay, Director'.
Movie Released: Thu, Apr 18 2013
Poster of Amachan
Amachan
Kankuro Kudo was 42 in Amachan as 'Writer'.
Movie Released: Mon, Apr 01 2013
Poster of Ooedo ribingu deddo
Ooedo ribingu deddo
Kankuro Kudo was 40 in Ooedo ribingu deddo as 'Director, Writer'.
Movie Released: Sat, Oct 16 2010
Poster of Zebraman 2: Attack on Zebra City
Zebraman 2: Attack on Zebra City
Kankuro Kudo was 39 in Zebraman 2: Attack on Zebra City as 'Writer'.
Movie Released: Sat, May 01 2010
Poster of No More Cry
No More Cry
Kankuro Kudo was 39 in No More Cry as 'Writer'.
Movie Released: Sat, Nov 14 2009
Poster of Kamui
Kamui
Kankuro Kudo was 39 in Kamui as 'Screenplay'.
Movie Released: Sat, Sep 19 2009
Poster of Brass Knuckle Boys
Brass Knuckle Boys
Kankuro Kudo was 38 in Brass Knuckle Boys as 'Screenplay, Director'.
Movie Released: Sat, Feb 14 2009
Poster of Maiko Haaaan!!!
Maiko Haaaan!!!
Kankuro Kudo was 36 in Maiko Haaaan!!! as 'Writer'.
Movie Released: Sat, Jun 16 2007
Poster of Kisarazu Cat's Eye: World Series
Kisarazu Cat's Eye: World Series
Kankuro Kudo was 36 in Kisarazu Cat's Eye: World Series as 'Screenplay'.
Movie Released: Sat, Oct 28 2006
Poster of Yaji & Kita: The Midnight Pilgrims
Yaji & Kita: The Midnight Pilgrims
Kankuro Kudo was 34 in Yaji & Kita: The Midnight Pilgrims as 'Director, Screenplay'.
Movie Released: Sat, Apr 02 2005
Poster of 69
69
Kankuro Kudo was 33 in 69 as 'Screenplay'.
Movie Released: Sat, Jul 10 2004
Poster of Drugstore Girl
Drugstore Girl
Kankuro Kudo was 33 in Drugstore Girl as 'Writer'.
Movie Released: Sat, Feb 07 2004
Poster of Zebraman
Zebraman
Kankuro Kudo was 33 in Zebraman as 'Writer'.
Movie Released: Fri, Jan 30 2004
Poster of Kisarazu Cat's Eye: Nihon Series
Kisarazu Cat's Eye: Nihon Series
Kankuro Kudo was 33 in Kisarazu Cat's Eye: Nihon Series as 'Screenplay'.
Movie Released: Sat, Nov 01 2003
Poster of Ikebukuro West Gate Park SP
Ikebukuro West Gate Park SP
Kankuro Kudo was 32 in Ikebukuro West Gate Park SP as 'Director, Writer'.
Movie Released: Fri, Mar 28 2003
Poster of Iden & Tity
Iden & Tity
Kankuro Kudo was 32 in Iden & Tity as 'Screenplay'.
Movie Released: Wed, Jan 01 2003
Poster of Ping Pong
Ping Pong
Kankuro Kudo was 32 in Ping Pong as 'Screenplay'.
Movie Released: Sat, Jul 20 2002
Poster of GO
GO
Kankuro Kudo was 31 in GO as 'Screenplay'.
Movie Released: Sat, Oct 20 2001
Poster of Scary Fairy Tales: Thumb Princess
Scary Fairy Tales: Thumb Princess
Kankuro Kudo was 29 in Scary Fairy Tales: Thumb Princess as 'Screenplay'.
Movie Released: Mon, Sep 13 1999
Poster of 愛が世界を救います
愛が世界を救います
Kankuro Kudo will be 54+ in 愛が世界を救います as 'Director, Scenario Writer'.
Movie Released: Unreleased

TV Shows (As Crew)

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Ages in TV shows are based off the first air date and may not be accurate. View individual episode details for accurate ages
Poster of Shinjuku Field Hospital
Shinjuku Field Hospital
Kankuro Kudo was 53+ in Shinjuku Field Hospital as 'Writer, Creator'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Wed, Jul 03 2024
Poster of Extremely Inappropriate!
Extremely Inappropriate!
Kankuro Kudo was 53+ in Extremely Inappropriate! as 'Screenplay, Creator'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Fri, Jan 26 2024
Poster of A Town Without Seasons
A Town Without Seasons
Kankuro Kudo was 53+ in A Town Without Seasons as 'Producer, Director, Writer, Creator'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Wed, Aug 09 2023
Poster of Let's Get Divorced
Let's Get Divorced
Kankuro Kudo was 52+ in Let's Get Divorced as 'Writer, Screenplay'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Thu, Jun 22 2023
Poster of Story of My Family!!!
Story of My Family!!!
Kankuro Kudo was 50+ in Story of My Family!!! as 'Writer, Creator'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Fri, Jan 22 2021
Poster of Idaten: Tokyo Olympics Story
Idaten: Tokyo Olympics Story
Kankuro Kudo was 48+ in Idaten: Tokyo Olympics Story as 'Writer'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Sun, Jan 06 2019
Poster of Prison Princess
Prison Princess
Kankuro Kudo was 47+ in Prison Princess as 'Writer'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Tue, Oct 17 2017
Poster of We're Millennials. Got a Problem?
We're Millennials. Got a Problem?
Kankuro Kudo was 45+ in We're Millennials. Got a Problem? as 'Teleplay'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Sun, Apr 17 2016
Poster of Saving My Stupid Youth
Saving My Stupid Youth
Kankuro Kudo was 44+ in Saving My Stupid Youth as 'Writer'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Sun, Oct 12 2014
Poster of Manju Kowai
Manju Kowai
Kankuro Kudo was 43+ in Manju Kowai as 'Writer'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Wed, Apr 02 2014
Poster of Washimo
Washimo
Kankuro Kudo was 43+ in Washimo as 'Writer'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Mon, Mar 10 2014
Poster of Amachan
Amachan
Kankuro Kudo was 42+ in Amachan as 'Writer, Creator'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Mon, Apr 01 2013
Poster of Odd Family 11
Odd Family 11
Kankuro Kudo was 41+ in Odd Family 11 as 'Screenstory, Creator'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Fri, Oct 21 2011
Poster of Detective Lovesick
Detective Lovesick
Kankuro Kudo was 39+ in Detective Lovesick as 'Writer, Director'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Fri, Jul 09 2010
Poster of Ties of Shooting Stars
Ties of Shooting Stars
Kankuro Kudo was 38+ in Ties of Shooting Stars as 'Screenplay'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Fri, Oct 17 2008
Poster of Mirai koshi Meguru
Mirai koshi Meguru
Kankuro Kudo was 37+ in Mirai koshi Meguru as 'Writer'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Fri, Jan 11 2008
Poster of 吾輩は主婦である
吾輩は主婦である
Kankuro Kudo was 35+ in 吾輩は主婦である as 'Creator'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Mon, May 22 2006
Poster of Tiger and Dragon
Tiger and Dragon
Kankuro Kudo was 34+ in Tiger and Dragon as 'Writer'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Fri, Apr 15 2005
Poster of Manhattan Love Story
Manhattan Love Story
Kankuro Kudo was 33+ in Manhattan Love Story as 'Writer, Creator'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Thu, Oct 09 2003
Poster of Kisarazu Cat's Eye
Kisarazu Cat's Eye
Kankuro Kudo was 31+ in Kisarazu Cat's Eye as 'Teleplay, Director'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Fri, Jan 18 2002
Poster of Ikebukuro West Gate Park
Ikebukuro West Gate Park
Kankuro Kudo was 29+ in Ikebukuro West Gate Park as 'Teleplay'.
TV Show Released: First Air Date
Fri, Apr 14 2000