David Lam Wai - Actor Profile

David Lam Wai

Acting
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 8, 1954
Birth Place: Yantai, Shandong Province, China

About David Lam Wai

A native of Taiwan, David Lam Wai first came to attention in 1984 with his role as the leader of a group of Mainland would-be jewel thieves in Johnny Mak's classic Long Arm of the Law. He got started in movies with bit part roles at Shaw Brothers studios, and after establishing himself as a lead actor, he participated in numerous crime, action, and gangster films throughout the 1980's and 90's.

Best David Lam Wai Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from David Lam Wai's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Black Mask Vs. Gambling Mastermind (2002) movie poster
★10.0

Black Mask Vs. Gambling Mastermind — When Gao, the young saint of gamblers, vows not to gamble again after his latest win, he becomes the target of assassina

Black Mask Vs. Gambling Mastermind

2002•Action
★10.0
Who's Killer (1992) movie poster
★10.0

Who's Killer — A bunch of HK kids and their teacher visit a remote island where they encounter an axe-wielding maniac.

Who's Killer

1992•Horror
★9.0
Come from China (1992) movie poster
★9.0

Come from China — Explosive action flick about a group of mainlanders who get betrayed after robbing a Casino in Macau.

Come from China

1992•Action
★8.8
No Way Back (1990) movie poster
★8.8

No Way Back — After an undercover cop is brutally slain, his friend goes deep undercover to find those who are responsible.

No Way Back

1990
★8.0
Wicked Tricks (2000) movie poster
★8.0

Wicked Tricks —

Wicked Tricks

2000

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of David Lam Wai.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 No More Bets Gu Tianzhi's Father Hit Similar →
2022 Ghost Story - Hit Similar →
2019 Love Doesn't Come Easy Zhou Likai Hit Similar →
2002 Black Mask Vs. Gambling Mastermind - Super Hit Similar →
2000 Wicked Tricks - Super Hit Similar →
1996 To Be No. 1 Three Hit Similar →
1993 Flirting Scholar King Ning Super Hit Similar →
1993 Lord Of East China Sea II - Hit Similar →
1993 Lord Of East China Sea - Super Hit Similar →
1993 All Men Are Brothers - Blood of the Leopard Lu Chien Hit Similar →
1993 Drug Tiger Uncle Hsiung Hit Similar →
1992 King of Beggars Lord Seng Ko Lin Chin Hit Similar →
1992 Come from China 李仲兴 Super Hit Similar →
1992 Who's Killer - Super Hit Similar →
1991 Retreat of the Godfather - Hit Similar →
1990 No Way Back - Super Hit Similar →
1990 Takes Two to Mingle - Hit Similar →
1989 Stars & Roses Hong's boyfriend Hit Similar →
1989 Proud and Confident Chiu Super Hit Similar →
1989 Bloody Brotherhood Cheung Ka Wai Super Hit Similar →
1988 Dragons Forever Thug at Bar Hit Similar →
1987 Project A Part II Superintendent Chun Hit Similar →
1987 A Chinese Ghost Story Swordsman Hsia Hou Hit Similar →
1987 Code of Honor Wang Han Super Hit Similar →
1986 Royal Warriors Raging Bull Hit Similar →
1986 The Strange Bedfellow - Hit Similar →
1985 Yes, Madam! Ah Tung (Armoured Car Thief) Hit Similar →
1985 Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars - Hit Similar →
1985 Danger Has Two Faces - Hit Similar →
1985 Those Merry Souls - Super Hit Similar →
1984 Opium and the Kung Fu Master - Hit Similar →
1984 Long Arm of the Law Ho Yiu-Tung Hit Similar →
1984 The 8 Diagram Pole Fighter Temple Monk (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1983 Holy Flame of the Martial World Miu Shan Clan leader Hit Similar →
1983 The Lady Assassin Palace Guard Hit Similar →
1982 Buddha's Palm Clan Member (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1982 The Fake Ghost Catchers - Hit Similar →
1982 Five Element Ninjas Hong's Man (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1982 Winner Takes All - Hit Similar →
1981 The Duel of the Century Chief Lama Hit Similar →
1981 The Treasure Hunters Librarian Hit Similar →
1981 Murderer Pursues Rascal at basketball court Hit Similar →
1981 Return of the Sentimental Swordsman Money Clan Member Hit Similar →
1980 The Rebel Intruders Iron Fist Militia / Refugee Hit Similar →
1980 Killer Constable Palace Guard Hit Similar →
1980 The Flag of Iron One of 14 Eagles Hit Similar →
1980 Without a Promised Land - Hit Similar →
1979 The Magnificent Ruffians - Hit Similar →
1979 The Daredevils Soldier Hit Similar →
1979 Monkey Kung Fu Kung Fu pupil Hit Similar →

David Lam Wai - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of David Lam Wai?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Lam Wai is "Black Mask Vs. Gambling Mastermind" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has David Lam Wai acted in?

David Lam Wai has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by David Lam Wai?

Other notable films include "Who's Killer", "Come from China", and "No Way Back".