James Wong Jim - Actor Profile

James Wong Jim

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 18, 1941
Birth Place: Panyu, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

About James Wong Jim

James Wong Jim (Chinese: 黃霑; Jyutping: wong4 zim1; Cantonese Yale: wòhng jīm; 18 March 1941 – 24 November 2004, also known as "霑叔" or "Uncle Jim") was a Cantopop lyricist and songwriter based primarily in Hong Kong. Beginning from the 1960s, he was the lyricist for over 2,000 songs, collaborating with songwriter Joseph Koo (a.k.a. Koo Kar-Fai) on many popular television theme songs, many of which have become classics of the genre. His work propelled Cantopop to unprecedented popularity. He was also well known in Asia as a columnist, actor, film director, screenwriter, and talk show host. He took part in creative directing positions within the entertainment industry in Hong Kong. Description above from the Wikipedia article James Wong Jim, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

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James Wong Jim Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of James Wong Jim reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 58% of James Wong Jim'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 Rich Man, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best James Wong Jim Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from James Wong Jim's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Rich Man (1992) movie poster
★10.0

Rich Man: A triad gangster is sent to prison and there he meets a millionaire who takes him under his wing. When back out he is sh

Rich Man

1992
★10.0
My Wacky, Wacky World (1975) movie poster
★10.0

My Wacky, Wacky World: My Wacky, Wacky World is a Hong Kong Comedy starring Sammo Hung

My Wacky, Wacky World

1975•Drama
★10.0
My Darling, My Goddess (1982) movie poster
★10.0

My Darling, My Goddess: Kok is a bored valet driver who spends most of his day dreaming about the beautiful bikini-clad woman whose picture he h

My Darling, My Goddess

1982•Comedy
★9.0
Mr. Sunshine (1989) movie poster
★9.0

Mr. Sunshine: Shop assistant in the electronics store, May Bao (Kent Cheng) - good-natured fat man, always ready to help those who nee

Mr. Sunshine

1989•Sci-Fi
★9.0
Promising Miss Bowie (1990) movie poster
★9.0

Promising Miss Bowie: Miss Bowie is more or less happily raking in the cash until her life is complicated by the sudden reappearance, after 20

Promising Miss Bowie

1990•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie James Wong Jim has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2001 The Making of 'Youling renjian - Visible Secret' - Super Hit Similar →
2001 Visible Secret Lo Kit Average Similar →
2000 Funny Business Conman in HK Super Hit Similar →
2000 Love Paradox Romeo Hit Similar →
1998 Bishonen - Average Similar →
1997 A Chinese Ghost Story: The Tsui Hark Animation Red Beard (voice) Average Similar →
1997 The Mad Phoenix - Super Hit Similar →
1994 Awakening Junior Average Similar →
1994 Return to a Better Tomorrow Barrister Wong Tai-Man Average Similar →
1994 I Have a Date with Spring - Hit Similar →
1994 I Will Wait for You! Thief Hit Similar →
1994 It's a Wonderful Life George Average Similar →
1993 Iron Monkey Governor Cheng Pak Fong Hit Similar →
1993 Flirting Scholar Master Wah Super Hit Similar →
1993 Laughter Of Water Margins Police Head Flop Similar →
1993 All's Well End's Well, Too Magistrate Average Similar →
1992 Rich Man Peter Chow Super Hit Similar →
1992 Summer Lover Uncle Wah Flop Similar →
1992 James Wong in Japan & Korea - Average Similar →
1992 Under the Rose Himself Hit Similar →
1992 Fight Back to School 2 Minister Wong Hit Similar →
1992 Twin Dragons Mr. Ma Hit Similar →
1991 The Banquet Hawker Average Similar →
1991 The Gambling Ghost Rich Playboy Average Similar →
1990 BB 30 - Super Hit Similar →
1990 Doctor Vampire Hospital Director Hit Similar →
1990 Happy Ghost IV Judge Average Similar →
1990 Promising Miss Bowie JP Sze To Super Hit Similar →
1990 Tiger on the Beat 2 Chief Insp Jim Wong Average Similar →
1989 Spiritually a Cop - Hit Similar →
1989 City Squeeze Mr. Yu Super Hit Similar →
1989 Just Heroes Solicitor Wong Hit Similar →
1989 Mr. Sunshine Docteur W.M.Wong Super Hit Similar →
1989 Miracles: The Canton Godfather Ku's Business Associate Hit Similar →
1989 Burning Sensation Blindman Chan Flop Similar →
1988 My Dream is Yours - Average Similar →
1988 Diary of a Big Man Beauty Salon Help Hit Similar →
1988 Fractured Follies Yau Kwong Nam/Gannon Average Similar →
1988 Mother Vs Mother Cui Average Similar →
1988 Double Fattiness Professor Huang Average Similar →
1988 Carry On Dancing Ma Shih Mei Super Hit Similar →
1988 The Crazy Companies Priest Average Similar →
1988 Tiger on the Beat Captain Pak Man Jim Average Similar →
1985 The Musical Singer James Wong Man Sze Hit Similar →
1985 The Dancing Warrior Show Host Hit Similar →
1982 My Darling, My Goddess Randy Jim Super Hit Similar →
1977 Chinatown Kid Gambler Hit Similar →
1975 My Wacky, Wacky World Magistrate Super Hit Similar →
1974 Games Gamblers Play Wong But-Man Hit Similar →
1974 The Country Bumpkin - Super Hit Similar →

James Wong Jim - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Wong Jim?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Wong Jim is "Rich Man" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has James Wong Jim acted in?

James Wong Jim has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Wong Jim?

Other notable films include "My Wacky, Wacky World", "My Darling, My Goddess", and "Mr. Sunshine".

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