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The Best Mikio Naruse Movies, Ranked

60 credits from 1931 to 1966, ranked by the Movie Echo Score — a blend of critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. The biggest box office hit is Mother Never Dies (1942) with $750K worldwide. Below: the best films by genre and by decade, the most awarded and the newest releases.

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The Best Mikio Naruse Movies: Questions & Answers

The best-rated, highest-grossing, most awarded and newest Mikio Naruse films, answered from the rankings on this page.

What is the highest-grossing Mikio Naruse movie?

Mother Never Dies (1942) made the most at the box office, with $750K worldwide, followed by When a Woman Ascends the Stairs (1960) with $51.8K. Together, Mikio Naruse's films with box office figures have made $802K.

What is the best Mikio Naruse drama movie?

Mother Never Dies (1942) is the best-rated of Mikio Naruse's drama films.

What is the newest Mikio Naruse movie?

The newest film on Mikio Naruse's filmography is Moment of Terror (1966), directed by Mikio Naruse.

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