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

Seven Samurai
Ikiru
Sanjuro
Yojimbo
Varan the Unbelievable
Terror of Mechagodzilla
Red Beard
Ebirah, Horror of the Deep
House
The Hidden Fortress

Top Movie Credits

Seven Samurai Bandit
Ikiru Yakuza (uncredited)
Sanjuro
Yojimbo Ushitora Follower
Varan the Unbelievable Fisherman
Terror of Mechagodzilla
Red Beard Thug
Ebirah, Horror of the Deep Fleeing Infant Islander
House Ramen Trucker
The Hidden Fortress Soldier (uncredited)