Ching Miao
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Ching Miao (Chinese: 井淼, March 15, 1913 – 1989) was a Taiwanese actor born in Shandong, China. He had appeared in over 190 films, mostly in Hong Kong for the Shaw Brothers Studio. He won the Best Supporting Actor for Golden Horse Awards twice, for Between Tears and Smiles (1964) and Too Late for Love (1967) respectively. Actress Ching Li is his daughter.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ching Miao reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Ching Miao's filmography leans towards the Action genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 98% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ching Miao remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Adulteress, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ching Miao Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ching Miao's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ching Miao.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Opium and the Kung Fu Master | Villager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Shaolin and Wu Tang | Wu Tang Chief Wo-Tao | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Lady Assassin | Emperor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Tiger Killer | Xiaofeng's grandfather | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Buddha's Palm | Patriarch of Liu family | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Passing Flickers | Dr Zhao | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Ambitious Kung Fu Girl | Tian Bai Shi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Duel of the Century | Li Yianbei | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Martial Club | Watches the Lion Dance | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Return of the Sentimental Swordsman | Bai Xiao Sheng | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Bat Without Wings | Shangguan Wangsun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Clan of the White Lotus | Paper Shop Boss | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Dirty Ho | Art Admirer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Shaolin Abbot | Mr. Li | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Shaolin Rescuers | Magistrate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Full Moon Scimitar | Tung Fang Bu Bai | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Heroes of the East | Ho To's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Crippled Avengers | Master Li Jing Ying | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Invincible Shaolin | Master Zhu Ming | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Shaolin Mantis | Wai Jing Yuan, Wai Fung's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Proud Youth | Leng Ruojun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Clan of Amazons | One of Lu's Friends | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Pursuit of Vengeance | Xue Bin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Sentimental Swordsman | Shaolin Abbot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Death Duel | Keeper Shih Wang-Sun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Adventures of Emperor Chien Lung | Chief Editor Ji Xiao-Lan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Jade Tiger | Zhao Jian | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Mad Monk | Qin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Web of Death | Priest Tian Suan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Magic Blade | Chiu Shui Ching | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Empress Dowager | Official Yung Lu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Kidnap | Wang Hsi Jen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Young Passion | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Scandal | Treasury Commissioner Qian | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Bastard | Gu Chang Bo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The 14 Amazons | Minister Wang Ching | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Water Margin | Master Tseng Chang Kuan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Duel of Fists | Fan Ke's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Anonymous Heroes | Marshall Chin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Twelve Gold Medallions | Jin Yan Tang | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Winged Tiger | Chief of Huashan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Have Sword, Will Travel | Lord Yin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Three Smiles | Grand Tutor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Killers Five | Niu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Silent Swordsman | Chief Mumaiti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Mermaid | Judge Pao | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Last Woman of Shang | Viscount Chi Chang | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Adulteress | Governor Kuai Ju-Hsiang | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Love Eterne | Ying-Tai's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Romance at Lung Shan Temple | - | Hit | Similar → |
Ching Miao - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ching Miao?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ching Miao is "The Adulteress" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ching Miao acted in?
Ching Miao has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ching Miao?
Other notable films include "Kidnap", "Buddha's Palm", and "Heroes of the East".