James Hiroyuki Liao
ActingAbout James Hiroyuki Liao
Liao was born on February 6, 1976, in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, New York City, New York. His father is Taiwanese, and his mother is Japanese. He attended graduate school at the Juilliard School's Drama Division, graduating in 2004, and studied at the Marjorie Ballentine Studio. In addition to numerous roles in movies and TV shows, he performed on stage, including portraying Song Liling in Washington, D.C.'s Arena Stage production of M. Butterfly. Liao also provided voice and motion-capture acting for the role of Kenji in the video game Ghost of Tsushima (2020).
James Hiroyuki Liao Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of James Hiroyuki Liao reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of James Hiroyuki Liao's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of James Hiroyuki Liao'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 Star Trek Into Darkness, which stands out as a key performance.
Best James Hiroyuki Liao Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Hiroyuki Liao's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie James Hiroyuki Liao has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Superman | General Mori | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Star Trek: Section 31 | San | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins | Yasuzo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Lost Girls | Michael Pak | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Star Trek Into Darkness | U.S.S. Vengeance Bridge Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Frankenweenie | Toshiaki (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Applebaum | Tze Lin | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Battle: Los Angeles | Steven Mottola | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Management | Al | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Hard Luck | Chang | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | All Signs of Death | Ding Bang | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | All Signs of Death | Dingbang | Flop | Similar → |
James Hiroyuki Liao - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Hiroyuki Liao?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Hiroyuki Liao is "Star Trek Into Darkness" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has James Hiroyuki Liao acted in?
James Hiroyuki Liao has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Hiroyuki Liao?
Other notable films include "Superman", "Frankenweenie", and "Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins".