Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui - Actor Profile

Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui

Acting
Updated: May 15, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 27, 1954
Birth Place: Hong Kong, British Crown Colony [now China]

About Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui

Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui (Chinese:鄭丹瑞 , born 27 November 1954) is a Hong Kong film actor, director, screenwriter, producer, and master of ceremonies. He was a Hong Kong DJ and radio channel executive. Cheng became famous after he created the radio drama series The Yuppie Fantasia in 1986 which he also starred in. In 1989, he starred in the film adaptation of the series which was directed by Gordon Chan and became a box office hit.

Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui 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 Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 74% of Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui'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 Heart to Hearts, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 My First of May - Average Similar →
2024 An Abandoned Team Yam Chun Kai Hit Similar →
2021 TME Live「想你 張國榮」線上音樂會 self Average Similar →
2020 Find Your Voice - Super Hit Similar →
2018 When Sun Meets Moon - Hit Similar →
2017 The Sinking City: Capsule Odyssey Ho Yi's father Average Similar →
2017 77 Heartbreaks Eva's Father Hit Similar →
2017 29+1 Uncle Dan Hit Similar →
2017 The Yuppie Fantasia 3 - Hit Similar →
2014 Break Up 100 - Average Similar →
2012 Vulgaria Professor Cheng Average Similar →
2010 Bruce Lee, My Brother - Hit Similar →
2006 Cocktail Tsuen Super Hit Similar →
2004 Six Strong Guys - Average Similar →
2003 Golden Chicken 2 Fortune Teller Hit Similar →
2003 Truth or Dare : 6th Floor Rear Flat Jason Average Similar →
2001 Born Wild Sandy's Eye Doctor Hit Similar →
1998 The Storm Riders Jester Hit Similar →
1997 Those Were the Days Ko Hit Similar →
1994 The True Hero Joe Super Hit Similar →
1994 He's a Woman, She's a Man Mo Chow Chu Hit Similar →
1993 He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father Chuen / Adult Lone Hit Similar →
1993 The Eight Hilarious Gods Uncle Cheung Hit Similar →
1993 Murder Chu Chung Hong Hit Similar →
1992 King of Beggars Professor Hit Similar →
1992 She Starts the Fire Charles Xiao Hit Similar →
1992 Freedom Run Q Albert Super Hit Similar →
1992 Never Ending Summer Chan Tai Yuen Super Hit Similar →
1991 Inspector Pink Dragon Sgt Ma Ju-Lung / Pink Dragon Super Hit Similar →
1991 Pretty Ghost Priest Hit Similar →
1990 A Tale from the East Dunn Average Similar →
1990 Brief Encounter In Shinjuku Leung Foon Super Hit Similar →
1990 Shanghai Shanghai Chen Ta-wen Average Similar →
1990 The Fun, the Luck & the Tycoon Jimmy Hsu Average Similar →
1989 Happy Together Robert Super Hit Similar →
1989 Miracles: The Canton Godfather Daily Sun Reporter Hit Similar →
1989 The Yuppie Fantasia Leung Foon Hit Similar →
1989 Little Cop Representative Super Hit Similar →
1989 The Bachelor's Swan Song Tan Hit Similar →
1988 Heart to Hearts Alex's Friend at Party Super Hit Similar →
1988 Mother Vs Mother Man on bus with Xi Average Similar →
1988 Couples, Couples, Couples John's friend in lounge Hit Similar →
1988 Profiles of Pleasure Tall Kao Hit Similar →
1988 The Eighth Happiness Beautiful's Boyfriend Average Similar →
1987 Happy Bigamist Hsin's colleague Hit Similar →
1985 Carry On Doctors and Nurses Nurse Dan Hit Similar →
1985 Love with the Perfect Stranger Ah Dan Hit Similar →
1984 Behind the Yellow Line Cafe Captain Average Similar →
1983 The Red Panther Kiang Hit Similar →
1981 The Family of Lust - Super Hit Similar →

Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui is "Heart to Hearts" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui acted in?

Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui?

Other notable films include "The Family of Lust", "Cocktail", and "Happy Together".

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