Jeff Imada
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jeff Imada (born June 17, 1955) is an American martial artist, stuntman, and actor. He has performed stunts in over 100 films and television programs and authored one of the first books published in the US about the balisong. Jeff Imada is trained in Jeet Kune Do, Eskrima, Tae Kwon Do, Tang Soo Do, Karate, Shaolin Kung Fu, Kendo and Boxing. Description above from the Wikipedia article Jeff Imada, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Jeff Imada Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jeff Imada reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 39 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jeff Imada's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 31% of Jeff Imada'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 Henchman: The Al Leong Story, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jeff Imada Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jeff Imada's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jeff Imada has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Iron Fists and Kung Fu Kicks | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Henchman: The Al Leong Story | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Subversion: Exposing John Carpenter's They Live | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Malevolent: Unearthing John Carpenter's Prince of Darkness | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Baby | Benny's Bouncer | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Gene Generation | Alley Guy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Confessions of an Action Star | Martial Arts Choreographer | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Little Nicky | Chinese Delivery Guy | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Payback | Chow's Bodyguard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Blade | Henchman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Lethal Weapon 4 | Thug | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Escape from L.A. | Saigon Shadow | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Virtuosity | Sushi Restaurant Patron (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Double Dragon | Huey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Vanishing Son III | Triad Lieutenant #2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Crow | Braeden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Rising Sun | Eddie Sakamura's Yakuza | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Joshua Tree | Chinese Gunman #2 | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Ulterior Motives | Yakuza #3 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Leather Jackets | Hood #1 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Trial: The Price of Passion | Dan Ho Trunh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Martial Law II: Undercover | Biker in Pub (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Point Break | Store Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Night of the Warrior | Mr. Kim | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Perfect Weapon | Wo Sam Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Kindergarten Cop | Dope Party Guest (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | K-9000 | Zeiss Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Hard to Kill | Vernon Trent Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Hyper Space | Matt Chang | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | They Live | Male Ghoul | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Patty Hearst | Neighbor | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Making of 'They Live' | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Steele Justice | Mob Thug #4 (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Big Trouble in Little China | Needles | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Rambo: First Blood Part II | Tay's Soldier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Master Ninja | Bodyguard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Going Berserk | Kung Fu Fighter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Massarati and the Brain | Sushi | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Nice Dreams | Wine Steward | Average | Similar → |
Jeff Imada - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jeff Imada?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jeff Imada is "Henchman: The Al Leong Story" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has Jeff Imada acted in?
Jeff Imada has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jeff Imada?
Other notable films include "The Crow", "They Live", and "Vanishing Son III".