Gisaburō Sugii
Biography
Gisaburō Sugii, whose name is also rendered as Gisaburô, is a Japanese director born on August 20, 1940, in the city of Numazu within Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. He is identified by the stage name 杉井ギサブロー and is classified as male. Sugii’s professional profile highlights directing as his primary area of recognition, and official records attribute forty‑two separate credits to him across his career. According to the most recent data, he is 86 years old. These biographical details are compiled from publicly available information that lists his birth date, birthplace, gender, stage name, alternative name spelling, primary occupation, and the number of credited works.
Career overview
Gisaburō Sugii was born on 20 August 1940 in Numazu, a city in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. He is a male Japanese director who is also credited under the alternative spelling Gisaburô. As of the current year, he is 86 years old.
Sugii’s professional profile on The Movie Database lists directing as his primary occupation. The database records a total of forty‑two known directing credits attributed to him, indicating a substantial body of work. These credits encompass both cinematic productions and television series, reflecting a career that spans multiple formats within the visual‑media industry. The breadth of his portfolio is further highlighted by his inclusion in the site’s “Movies” and “TV Shows” categories, underscoring his involvement in both arenas.
Throughout his career, Sugii has been recognized primarily for his contributions behind the camera, with directing identified as his principal area of expertise. The information available does not specify individual titles, awards, or collaborations, but the quantity of his credited works demonstrates a long‑standing and prolific presence in Japanese directing circles. His continued recognition on a major international database attests to his enduring relevance in the field of film and television direction.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
61 titles- Rinshi!! Ekoda-chan (2019) Director
- One Arm (2019) Director
- One Arm (2019) Writer
- The Life of Budori Gusuko (2012) Screenplay
- The Life of Budori Gusuko (2012) Storyboard Artist
- The Life of Budori Gusuko (2012) Director
- Animation Maestro Gisaburo (2012) as Self
- Little Ghostly Adventures of Tofu Boy (2011) Writer
- Little Ghostly Adventures of Tofu Boy (2011) Director
- Cinnamon the Movie (2007) Director
- Cinnamon the Movie (2007) Screenplay
- Stormy Night (2005) Director
- Stormy Night (2005) Writer
- Phoenix (2004) Writer
- Phoenix (2004) Storyboard Artist
- Hitsuji no Uta (2003) Screenplay
- Hitsuji no Uta (2003) Director
- Captain Tsubasa: Road to 2002 (2001) Director
- Captain Tsubasa: Road to 2002 (2001) Storyboard Artist
- Touch 5: Cross Road (2001) Director
- Touch 5: Cross Road (2001) Screenplay
- The Tree In Sunlight (2000) Director
- Super Doll★Licca-chan (1998) Director
- Touch 4: Miss Lonely Yesterday (1998) Director
- Touch 4: Miss Lonely Yesterday (1998) Storyboard
- Lupin the Third: The Secret of Twilight Gemini (1996) Director
- Lupin the Third: The Secret of Twilight Gemini (1996) Storyboard
- Lupin the Third: The Secret of Twilight Gemini (1996) Screenplay
- Street Fighter II: V (1995) Director
- Street Fighter II: V (1995) Series Director
- Street Fighter II: V (1995) Creator
- Soar High! Isami (1995) Director
- Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie (1994) Director
- Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie (1994) Screenplay
- Bewitching Nozomi (1992) Director
- Bewitching Nozomi (1992) Script
- Sweet Spot (1991) Director
- Sweet Spot (1991) Writer
- Sunlight All Around! Ka - su - mi: You Were in My Dreams (1988) Writer
- The Tale of Genji (1987) Director
- Touch 3: Don't Pass Me By (1987) Writer
- Touch: The Ace Without a Number (1986) Director
- Touch: The Ace Without a Number (1986) Screenplay
- Night on the Galactic Railroad (1985) Director
- Glass Mask (1984) Director
- Nine: Final (1984) Director
- Nine (1983) Director
- Nine 2: Sweetheart Declaration (1983) Director
- Jack and the Beanstalk (1974) Director
- Belladonna of Sadness (1973) Animation Director
- 助け合いの歴史 生命保険物語 (1973) Director
- The Firefighter of Animal Village (1972) Director
- Lupin the Third: Pilot Film (1969) Animation
- Lupin the Third: Pilot Film (1969) Writer
- Dororo (1968) Director
- Goku's Adventure (1967) Director
- Gokū no Daibōken (1967) Director
- New Treasure Island (1965) Animation Director
- Astro Boy (1963) Director
- Tales of a Street Corner (1962) Key Animation
- Mfinda Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Gisaburō Sugii best known for?
Gisaburō Sugii is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Phoenix (2004), Phoenix (2004), Spooky, Spooky (1988), Spooky, Spooky (1988).
When and where was Gisaburō Sugii born?
Gisaburō Sugii was born on August 20, 1940 in Shizuoka, Japan.
How many credits does Gisaburō Sugii have?
Gisaburō Sugii has accumulated over 61 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1962 to 2019.
What is Gisaburō Sugii's background in cinema and television?
Gisaburō Sugii, whose name is also rendered as Gisaburô, is a Japanese director born on August 20, 1940, in the city of Numazu within Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. He is identified by the stage name 杉井ギサブロー and is classified as male. Sugii’s professional profile highlights directing as his primary area of recognition, an...
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