
Johnny Tri Nguyen
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Johnny Tri Nguyen (born February 16, 1974 in Binh Duong Province, South Vietnam) is a Vietnamese American film and television actor, stunt double, and martial artist. He left Vietnam at the age of 8 with his family, mother, father, older brother, and older sister and moved to Los Angeles, CA. He is half Vietnamese and half Chinese, with his mother being Chinese. Johnny Nguyen comes from a family involved in the Vietnamese entertainment industry. His uncle is Nguyen Chanh Tin, a Vietnamese actor, and his older brother is Charlie Nguyen, who directed The Rebel. His acting roles include the martial arts films Tom-Yum-Goong and Cradle 2 the Grave and he well known for his portrayal as the antagonist, Dong Lee in 7 Aum Arivu (7th Sense) in India. His work as a stunt double includes the role of Spider-Man in Spider-Man 2 and as the Green Goblin in the first feature film. He practices lien feng kwon (which was founded by his grandfather), wushu, tae kwon do, tai chi, aikido, and vovinam. Johnny has been working in the Vietnamese film industry to produce The Rebel, a period action drama set in 1920s French-colonial Vietnam, which he also co-directed, co-wrote and stars in.
Johnny Tri Nguyen Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Johnny Tri Nguyen reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Johnny Tri Nguyen's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 41% of Johnny Tri Nguyen'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 Love Puzzle, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Johnny Tri Nguyen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Johnny Tri Nguyen's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Johnny Tri Nguyen has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Hộ Linh Tráng Sĩ - Bí ẩn mộ vua Đinh | Hữu Tướng quân | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Da 5 Bloods | Vinh Tran | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Vú Em Tập Sự | Trường | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Fanatic | Gia Nghị | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Irumbu Kuthirai | Don Stoney | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Let Hoi Decide | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Little Teo | Tý | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Cho Lon | Phong Bụi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Love Puzzle | Hồ Sơn | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | 7Aum Arivu | Dong Lee | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Fool for Love | Johnny | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Clash | Quan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Adrift | Thổ | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Power Kids | Rebel Leader | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Adventures of Johnny Tao | Bo Ling Pin | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Kiss of Death | Du / Death | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Rebel | Cuong | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Saigon Eclipse | Trong Hai | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | House of the Dead 2 | Braxton | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Butcher's Skin | Trương Ba | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Protector | Johnny | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Demon Hunter | Guard #5 | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Confessions of an Action Star | Martial Arts Fighter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Max Havoc: Curse Of The Dragon | Quicksilver | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Ella Enchanted | Red Knight (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Cradle 2 the Grave | Ling's Hitman | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | First Morning | Tuan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Master of Disguise | Ninja | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | We Were Soldiers | Young NVA Lieutenant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Johnny Tri Nguyen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Johnny Tri Nguyen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Johnny Tri Nguyen is "Love Puzzle" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Johnny Tri Nguyen acted in?
Johnny Tri Nguyen has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Johnny Tri Nguyen?
Other notable films include "Fool for Love", "Saigon Eclipse", and "Let Hoi Decide".



