Billy Lau

Billy Lau

70 · Born: Jul 2, 1954

Personal Details

BornJul 2, 1954 Hong Kong, British Crown Colony

Biography

Billy Lau Nam Kwong, a Hong Kong film actor of great renown, was born on April 3, 1954, marking the beginning of a remarkable journey in the world of cinema. Among his numerous notable roles, Billy Lau's portrayal of the Police Captain in the 1985 cult classic Mr. Vampire stands out as his most iconic and enduring to date. This memorable performance not only propelled him to stardom but also paved the way for a plethora of subsequent roles that showcased his remarkable ability to excel in both comedic and horror genres. Throughout his illustrious career, Billy Lau has consistently demonstrated an uncanny knack for seamlessly transitioning between these two distinct styles, effortlessly captivating audiences with his versatility and range.

Career

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2018
Big Brother
Big Brother as Gladys' Father
{"id":132243,"title":"Master Z: The Ip Man Legacy","year":"2018","character":"Kwan's Board Member","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/master-z-the-ip-man-legacy","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5uakrr6lh5r0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5uakrr6lh5r0.jpg"},"released":1}
Master Z: The Ip Man Legacy
Master Z: The Ip Man Legacy as Kwan's Board Member
{"id":13969,"title":"Rigor Mortis","year":"2013","character":"Cook","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/rigor-mortis-2013","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_13969.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_13969.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
{"id":35017,"title":"A Simple Life","year":"2011","character":"Mobster A","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-simple-life","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_35017.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_35017.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
A Simple Life
A Simple Life as Mobster A
{"id":59828,"title":"The Banquet","year":"1991","character":"Soccer Player","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-banquet","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_59828.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_59828.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
The Banquet
The Banquet as Soccer Player
{"id":226625,"title":"The Inspector Wears Skirts II","year":"1989","character":"Nam","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-inspector-wears-skirts-ii","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_226625.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_226625.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
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{"id":61277,"title":"Top Squad","year":"1988","character":"Nam","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/top-squad","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_61277.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_61277.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
{"id":10364,"title":"Police Story 2","year":"1988","character":"Ticketed Truck Driver","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/police-story-2","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_10364.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_10364.jpg"},"released":1}
Police Story 2
Police Story 2 as Ticketed Truck Driver
{"id":60378,"title":"Eastern Condors","year":"1987","character":"Ching Tai-Hoi","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/eastern-condors","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_60378.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_60378.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
Eastern Condors
Eastern Condors as Ching Tai-Hoi
{"id":126286,"title":"Lucky Stars Go Places","year":"1986","character":"Lib-Bogen","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/lucky-stars-go-places","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_126286.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_126286.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
{"id":122534,"title":"Millionaires' Express","year":"1986","character":"Train Captain","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/millionaires-express","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_122534.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_122534.jpg"},"released":1}
Millionaires' Express
Millionaires' Express as Train Captain
{"id":219059,"title":"Mr. Vampire","year":"1985","character":"Wai","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mr-vampire","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_219059.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_219059.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
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My Lucky Stars
My Lucky Stars as Mental Patient
{"id":62470,"title":"Yes, Madam!","year":"1985","character":"Parking Inspector","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/yes-madam","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_62470.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_62470.jpg"},"released":1}
Yes, Madam!
Yes, Madam! as Parking Inspector
{"id":61367,"title":"Twinkle Twinkle Lucky Stars","year":"1985","character":"Play Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/twinkle-twinkle-lucky-stars","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_61367.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_61367.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":80606,"title":"Hong Kong 1941","year":"1984","character":"Factory Foreman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hong-kong-1941","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_80606.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_80606.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
Hong Kong 1941
Hong Kong 1941 as Factory Foreman