Where to watch Mako in the UK
Find every Mako film and TV show streaming, free, or available to rent in the UK. Updated daily — verified 17 June 2026.
Mako was born in Kobe, Japan, the son of noted children's book author and illustrator Taro Yashima. His parents moved to the United States when he was a small child. He joined them there after World War II, in 1949, joining the military in the 1950s. He became a naturalized American citizen in 1956. When Mako first joined his parents in the USA, he studied architecture. During his military service, he discovered his theatrical talent, and trained at the Pasadena Community Playhouse. Mako was married to actress Shizuko Hoshi with whom he had two daughters (both are actresses) and three grandchi…
Mako films streaming in the UK
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Mako TV shows streaming in the UK
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- Columbo (1971) as Kanji Ousu
- Monk (2002) as Master Zi
- Frasier (1993) as Sam Tanaka
- JAG (1995) as Ichiro Higashimori
- The West Wing (1999) as Dr. Yosh Takahashi
- Diagnosis: Murder (1993) as Lee Moy
- Ironside (1967) as Phil Tsang
- The A-Team (1983) as Pastry Chef
- M*A*S*H (1972) as Major Choi
- Magnum, P.I. (1980) as Tozan
- The Equalizer (1985) as Jimmy Thanarat
- Hawaii Five-O (1968) as Kazuo Tahashi
- Mannix (1967) as Tami Okada
- Love, American Style (1969) as Jack
- I Dream of Jeannie (1965) as Kato
- Quincy, M.E. (1976) as Mr. Yamaguchi
- Tony Awards (1956) as Self - Nominee / Performer
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Dr. Henry Lee
- Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005) as Iroh (voice)
- The Incredible Hulk (1977) as Li Sung
- The F.B.I. (1965) as Yoshimura
- The Big Valley (1965) as Wong Lo
- Burke's Law (1963) as Happy Tuava
- 7th Heaven (1996) as Henry Muranaka
- Samurai Jack (2001) as Aku (voice)
- The Facts of Life (1979) as Mr. Wakamatsu
- What's New, Scooby-Doo? (2002) as The Ancient One (voice)
- Tour of Duty (1987) as Tran
- Martial Law (1998) as Master Reng
- Faerie Tale Theatre (1982) as Gardener / Minister
- 77 Sunset Strip (1958) as Ito Nakayama
- McHale's Navy (1962) Cast
- Duck Dodgers (2003) as Happy Cat / Ah-Choo (voice)
- Kung Fu: The Legend Continues (1993) as Li Sung
- The Time Tunnel (1966) as Lt. Nakamura
- Wonder Woman (1975) as Mr. Brown
- Spenser: For Hire (1985) Cast
- The Greatest American Hero (1981) as Master of Flowers
- Lovejoy (1986) as Toshiro Tanaka
- Arrest and Trial (1963) as Kyoto
Mako — FAQ
Where can I watch Mako films in the UK?
Mako's films and TV shows are available across UK streaming services. Click any title in the filmography below to see exactly which UK service has it — Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV+, BBC iPlayer, ITVX, NOW, Sky, MUBI and more — updated daily.
What are Mako's most popular films?
Most-watched Mako films currently: Pearl Harbor (2001), Conan the Barbarian (1982), Memoirs of a Geisha (2005), Seven Years in Tibet (1997), Conan the Destroyer (1984).
What TV shows has Mako appeared in?
Selected TV credits: Columbo (1971), Monk (2002), Frasier (1993), JAG (1995), The West Wing (1999).
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