Fruit Chan - Actor Profile

Fruit Chan

Directing
Updated: May 10, 2026
47Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 15, 1959
Birth Place: Guangdong, China

About Fruit Chan

Fruit Chan (born April 15, 1959 in Guangdong, China) is an independent Hong Kong Second Wave screenwriter, filmmaker and producer, who is best known for his style of film reflecting the everyday life of Hong Kong people. He is well known for using amateur actors (such as Sam Lee in Made in Hong Kong, Wong Yau-Nam in Hollywood Hong Kong) in his films. His name became familiar to many Hong Kongers only after the success of the 1997 film Made in Hong Kong, which earned many local and international awards.

Fruit Chan Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Fruit Chan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 47 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Fruit Chan's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 47% of Fruit Chan's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Monkey Business, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Fruit Chan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Fruit Chan's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Fruit Chan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Blossoms Under Somewhere - Flop Similar →
2020 Keep Rolling - Super Hit Similar →
2019 No. 7 Cherry Lane TheCraven Cat (voice) Flop Similar →
2018 Still Human Keung at Food Stall Super Hit Similar →
2017 Mrs K Big Eye Flop Similar →
2016 The Moment: Fifty Years of Golden Horse Self Flop Similar →
2014 Temporary Family Neighborhood Tyrant Flop Similar →
2011 All's Well, End's Well 2011 Book Store Manager Flop Similar →
2010 Hot Summer Days - Average Similar →
2008 Run Papa Run Priest Average Similar →
2007 In the Mood for Doyle Himself Flop Similar →
2007 Simply Actors Police Officer Flop Similar →
2006 My Name Is Fame Fruit Chan Hit Similar →
2003 Naked Ambition - Flop Similar →
1998 The Longest Summer Tank Commander Hit Similar →
1997 Love: Amoeba Style - Flop Similar →
1996 Somebody Up There Likes Me Policeman Super Hit Similar →
1996 The Age of Miracles - Flop Similar →
1993 Finale in Blood Tenant Flop Similar →
1993 Women on the Run Uncle Ping Flop Similar →
1993 3 Days of a Blind Girl Burglar Average Similar →
1993 Yesteryou, Yesterme, Yesterday Goldfish Bing Hit Similar →
1992 Operation Scorpio Sold Girl's Brother Average Similar →
1992 Arrest the Restless Whiz Hit Similar →
1992 Fight Back to School 2 - Hit Similar →
1992 Now You See Love... Now You Don't - Average Similar →
1992 Five Lonely Hearts Minibus driver Flop Similar →
1991 Inspector Pink Dragon Popsicle seller Super Hit Similar →
1991 His Fatal Ways Assistant Cameraman Average Similar →
1991 Her Fatal Ways 2 Burglar Hit Similar →
1991 The Top Bet Spectator Average Similar →
1990 Curry & Pepper Kuo Average Similar →
1989 In Between Loves Kuo Flop Similar →
1989 Lost Souls - Hit Similar →
1988 Dragons Forever Man in Restaurant (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1987 The Haunted Cop Shop Mental Patient Acting Like Zombie Average Similar →
1986 Righting Wrongs - Super Hit Similar →
1986 Naughty Boys Travel Agency's Staff Flop Similar →
1986 The Law Enforcer Policeman Hit Similar →
1986 Devoted to You Diehard Bill Hit Similar →
1985 Yes, Madam! Goh / Frankie Hit Similar →
1985 Heart of Dragon Opponent at Training (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1985 Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars Man Pushing Fruit Cart Hit Similar →
1985 Those Merry Souls Assistant director Super Hit Similar →
1985 My Lucky Stars Card Player Hit Similar →
1984 Family Light Affair Driver Hit Similar →
1982 Monkey Business - Super Hit Similar →

Fruit Chan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Fruit Chan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fruit Chan is "Monkey Business" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Fruit Chan acted in?

Fruit Chan has been featured in at least 47 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Fruit Chan?

Other notable films include "Somebody Up There Likes Me", "Those Merry Souls", and "Keep Rolling".

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