Lam Ching-Ying
ActingAbout Lam Ching-Ying
Lam Ching-Ying (Chinese: 林正英, 27 December 1952 – 8 November 1997) was a Hong Kong actor, action director and director. A physically talented and graceful martial artist, Lam was best known for playing the stoic Taoist priest in Mr. Vampire (1985). Lam died in 1997 of liver cancer. Was a member of Madame Fan Fok-Fa's The Spring And Autumn Drama School's Peking Opera. Was a member of the Sammo Hung Stuntmen's Association.
Lam Ching-Ying Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Lam Ching-Ying reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Lam Ching-Ying's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Lam Ching-Ying'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 Legend of Wong Tai Sin, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Lam Ching-Ying Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lam Ching-Ying's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Lam Ching-Ying has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Kung Fu Kid | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Martial Arts Master Wong Fei Hung | Jiubinku Kyoto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Legend of Wong Tai Sin | Cho Pin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Lover's Tear | Cheng Ying | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Money Maker | Master Chu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Spiritual Trinity | Tien Lung | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Goodbye Hero | Frank | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Swordsman | Kuk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Stage Door Johnny | Liu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Pedicab Driver | Uncle Sheng | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Painted Faces | Uncle Hua | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | School on Fire | Hoi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Last Eunuch In China | Liu Chang-Fu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Eastern Condors | Lieutenant Colonel Lam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Mr. Vampire | Master Gau | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Those Merry Souls | Tak's father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Return of Pom Pom | Flying Spider Lo Chien | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Winners and Sinners | Chan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Prodigal Son | Leung Yee-Tai | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Victim | Jo Wing's Man / Double | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Magnificent Butcher | Fan Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | His Name is Nobody | Wears Black Wig | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Odd Couple | Ha (Scarface's Fighter) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Knockabout | Casino Fighter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Warriors Two | Thunder's Men / Leung's Student (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | My Darling Gals | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | My Darling Gals | Thug | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Amsterdam Connection | Mr. Hung's Henchman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Clan of Amazons | Red Shoe Society's Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Broken Oath | One of Qi's Men (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | He Has Nothing But Kung Fu | Thug in gambling house | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Association | Extra | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Skyhawk | Woodland attacker (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Bruce Lee: The Man and the Legend | Self (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | When Taekwondo Strikes | Japanese (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Enter the Dragon | Tournament Fighter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Rendezvous of Warriors | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Tiger | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Back Alley Princess | Thug | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | A Man Called Tiger | Thug | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Fugitive | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Casino | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Fist of Fury | Susuki's Student (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Treasure Castle | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Big Boss | Ah Yen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Angry River | Thug | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Angry River | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Blade Spares None | Prince's Fighter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Invincible Eight | Whip-wielding Henchman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | A Touch of Zen | East Chamber Guard | Super Hit | Similar → |
Lam Ching-Ying - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lam Ching-Ying?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lam Ching-Ying is "Legend of Wong Tai Sin" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Lam Ching-Ying acted in?
Lam Ching-Ying has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lam Ching-Ying?
Other notable films include "Stage Door Johnny", "Tiger", and "The Rendezvous of Warriors".