Masako Ikeda
Biography
Masako Ikeda was a Japanese actress and voice actress from Tokyo, Japan. Born on January 1, 1939, she is known for her work in various roles. Ikeda's acting credits include 66 known titles. She is also known for being the Japanese voice-over actress of Audrey Hepburn. Ikeda's career spanned multiple genres and mediums, showcasing her versatility as an actress. She passed away on March 3, 2026, at the age of 87.
Career overview
Masako Ikeda was a Japanese actress known for her work in various roles. She began her acting career, with a notable stage presence. Ikeda's career spanned multiple mediums, including film and television. Her acting credits include a significant number of roles, totaling 66 known credits.
Ikeda's acting career showcased her versatility as an actress. She appeared in various genres, demonstrating her range as a performer. Her work in film and television helped establish her as a prominent figure in the Japanese entertainment industry. Ikeda's contributions to the industry are a testament to her dedication and talent as an actress.
Ikeda's career was marked by her ability to adapt to different roles and mediums. Her extensive body of work includes a wide range of performances, each showcasing her skill and artistry as an actress. Throughout her career, Ikeda established herself as a respected and accomplished actress in Japan.
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Full Filmography
69 titles- Ultraman Geed the Movie: Connect! The Wishes!! (2018) as Mother of Ultra (voice)
- Kyoto Romance: An Eternal Story (2018) as MC
- Kyoto Romance: An Eternal Story (2018) Creator
- Space Brothers (2012) as Sharon Kaneko (voice)
- Nichijou: My Ordinary Life (2011) as Narration (voice)
- Escape Game ZERO (2011)
- Hello Anne: Before Green Gables (2009) as Narrator
- Galaxy Express 999: Beyond the Diamond Ring (2009) as Maetel (voice)
- Ultraman Mebius Side Story: Hikari Saga (2006) as Mother of Ultra (voice)
- Ultraman Mebius Side Story: Hikari Saga - SAGA 1: Arb's Tragedy (2006) as Mother of Ultra (voice)
- The Galaxy Railways: A Letter from the Abandoned Planet (2006) as Maetel (voice)
- Monster (2004) as British Couple (voice)
- Yukikaze (2002) as Jackson Lynn
- Galaxy Express 999: The Rainbow Sign (2001)
- Maetel Legend (2000)
- Maetel Legend (2000) as Maetel
- Harlock Saga - The Ring of the Nibelungs (1999) as Maetel
- Queen Emeraldas (1998)
- Galaxy Express 999: Eternal Fantasy (1998) as Maetel (voice)
- DNA Sights 999.9 (1998) as Narrator (voice)
- X (1996) as Tooru
- The Heroic Elegy of Confucius (1996) as Nanzi (voice)
- Romeo's Blue Skies (1995) as Narrator (voice)
- The Irresponsible Captain Tylor OVA (1994) as Mrs. Kogure (voice)
- Silent Möbius 2 (1992) as Fuyuka Liqueur (voice)
- Silent Möbius (1991) as Fuyuka Liqueur (voice)
- I'm All Yours (1991) as Sakurako Mamiya (voice)
- Miracle Psychicer Seizan (1991) as (Voice)
- Kayoko's Diary (1991) as Yoshi Nakane (voice)
- Seven Days War 2 (1991)
- Kitty-Cat Fantasia (1991) as Saeko Kimura (voice)
- The Story of Perrine (1990)
- Ranma ½ (1989) as Nodoka Saotome
- Fairy King (1988) as Queen Mab (voice)
- Devilman - Volume 1: The Birth (1987) as Sumiko Fudou (voice)
- Phoenix: Space Chapter (1987) as Hi no tori
- Phoenix: Yamato Chapter (1987) as Phoenix
- The Story of Pollyanna (1986) as Ruth Wetherby Carew (voice)
- Saint Elmo - Apostle of Light (1986) as Fū the Alien (voice) / Yūki's Mother (voice)
- Phoenix: Karma Chapter (1986) as Phoenix (voice)
- Ultraman Story (1984) as Mother of Ultra
- Bagi, the Monster of Mighty Nature (1984) as Yoko Ishigami (voice)
- Aura Battler Dunbine (1983) as Silky Mau
- Harmagedon (1983) as Michiko Azuma (voice)
- Patalliro! (1982) as Etrange (voice)
- Patalliro! (1982) as エトランジェ
- Miracle of Love: Doctor Norman's Story (1982)
- The Wonderful Adventures of Nils (1982) as (voice)
- Queen Millennia (1981) as Cleopatra
- Adieu Galaxy Express 999 (1981) as Maetel (voice)
- The Wonderful Adventures of Nils (1980) as Nils' Mother (voice)
- Galaxy Express 999: Claire of Glass (1980) as Maetel (voice)
- Toward the Terra (1980) as Mother Eliza (voice)
- Galaxy Express 999: Eternal Traveler Emeraldas (1980) as Maetel (voice)
- Galaxy Express 999: Can You Love Like a Mother?!! (1980) as Maetel (voice)
- Galaxy Express 999: The Movie (1979) as Maetel (voice)
- Galaxy Express 999: Can You Live Like a Warrior!! (1979) as Maetel (voice)
- Aim for the Ace! The Movie (1979) as Reika Ryuuzaki (voice)
- Maegami Tarou (1979) as ツバメトビ
- Japanese Ghost Story Masterpiece Theater: The Sealed Room of the Inner Chamber (1979)
- Galaxy Express 999 (1978) as Maetel (voice)
- The Story of Perrine (1978) as Marie Paindavoine
- Shin Aim for the Ace! (1978) as Reika Ryuzaki / Madame Butterfly (voice)
- Aim for the Ace! (1973) as Reika Ryûzaki
- Pinocchio: The Series (1972) as Fairy
- Pinocchio: The Series (1972) as Kenken
- 若い川の流れ (1968)
- The Top of Mount Fuji (1967)
- Aruhi watashi wa (1967)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Masako Ikeda best known for?
Masako Ikeda is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Space Brothers (2012), Nichijou: My Ordinary Life (2011), Monster (2004), Dying of Laughter (1957).
When and where was Masako Ikeda born?
Masako Ikeda was born on January 1, 1939 in Tokyo, Japan. They passed away on March 3, 2026.
How many credits does Masako Ikeda have?
Masako Ikeda has accumulated over 69 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1967 to 2018.
What is Masako Ikeda's background in cinema and television?
Masako Ikeda was a Japanese actress and voice actress from Tokyo, Japan. Born on January 1, 1939, she is known for her work in various roles. Ikeda's acting credits include 66 known titles. She is also known for being the Japanese voice-over actress of Audrey Hepburn. Ikeda's career spanned multiple genres and mediums,...
Masako Ikeda by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Romeo's Blue Skies (1995) as Narrator (voice) — aged about 56
- Ranma ½ (1989) as Nodoka Saotome — aged about 50
- Monster (2004) as British Couple (voice) — aged about 65
- Queen Millennia (1981) as Cleopatra — aged about 42
- Nichijou: My Ordinary Life (2011) as Narration (voice) — aged about 72
- Shin Aim for the Ace! (1978) as Reika Ryuzaki / Madame Butterfly (voice) — aged about 39
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