Shōichi Hirose
Born: 1918-06-23
Birthplace: Japan
Biography
Shōichi Hirose was a Japanese actor. Sometimes credited as Solomon Hirose, he is probably best known for playing Godzilla's archenemy King Ghidorah and for being the actor inside the King Kong suit in King Kong vs. Godzilla, along with several tough guy roles.
Known For
Ikiru
Seven Samurai
Red Beard
Invasion of Astro-Monster
Yojimbo
House
The Hidden Fortress
Sanjuro
Frankenstein Conquers the World
Godzilla Raids Again
Top Movie Credits
Ikiru
Yakuza (uncredited)
Seven Samurai
Bandit
Red Beard
Thug
Invasion of Astro-Monster
King Ghidorah
Yojimbo
Ushitora Follower
House
Ramen Trucker
The Hidden Fortress
Soldier (uncredited)
Frankenstein Conquers the World
Tunnel Worker
Godzilla Raids Again
Convict