Lam Wai

Lam Wai

70 · Born: Oct 8, 1954

Personal Details

BornOct 8, 1954 Yantai, Shandong Province, China

Biography

David Lam Wai, a Taiwanese native, first garnered widespread recognition in the year 1984 for his captivating performance as the leader of a group of individuals from the Mainland who embarked on a daring endeavor to orchestrate a sophisticated jewel heist in the iconic film, Long Arm of the Law, directed by the renowned filmmaker Johnny Mak.

Jackie Chan's illustrious career in the film industry began with humble beginnings, securing small yet pivotal roles at the esteemed Shaw Brothers studios, a renowned institution in the world of cinema.

As he continued to refine his acting abilities and establish himself as a respected lead actor, Lam went on to participate in a vast array of films, predominantly in the genres of crime, action, and gangster movies, throughout the 1980s and 1990s.

Through his extensive body of work during this period, Lam successfully solidified his presence in the cinematic world, leaving an indelible mark on the industry and paving the way for his future success.

Career

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2019
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2014
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2013
{"id":222908,"title":"Crossing Hennessy","year":"2010","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/crossing-hennessy","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_222908.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_222908.jpg"},"released":1}
2010
{"id":224239,"title":"Adventure of the King","year":"2010","character":"Lord Ning","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/adventure-of-the-king","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_224239.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_224239.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":216310,"title":"Kung Fu Master","year":"2009","character":"Mr. Jin","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/kung-fu-master-2009","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/501hsv9rdbk0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/501hsv9rdbk0.jpg"},"released":1}
2009
{"id":222751,"title":"Deadly Melody","year":"1994","character":"Ghost Master","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/deadly-melody","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_222751.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_222751.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
Deadly Melody
Deadly Melody as Ghost Master
{"id":221684,"title":"Flirting Scholar","year":"1993","character":"King Ning","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/flirting-scholar","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_221684.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_221684.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Flirting Scholar
Flirting Scholar as King Ning
{"id":26857,"title":"King of Beggars","year":"1992","character":"Seng Ko Lin-Chin","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/king-of-beggars","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_26857.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_26857.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
King of Beggars
King of Beggars as Seng Ko Lin-Chin
{"id":133926,"title":"Dragons Forever","year":"1988","character":"Thug at Bar","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/dragons-forever","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_133926.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_133926.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
Dragons Forever
Dragons Forever as Thug at Bar
{"id":17618,"title":"Project A 2","year":"1987","character":"Superintendent Chun","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/project-a-2","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_17618.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_17618.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
Project A 2
Project A 2 as Superintendent Chun
{"id":35030,"title":"A Chinese Ghost Story","year":"1987","character":"Swordsman Hsia Hou","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-chinese-ghost-story","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6c5tk1habhp0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6c5tk1habhp0.jpg"},"released":1}
A Chinese Ghost Story
A Chinese Ghost Story as Swordsman Hsia Hou
{"id":220817,"title":"Royal Warriors","year":"1986","character":"Raging Bull","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/royal-warriors","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_220817.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_220817.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
Royal Warriors
Royal Warriors as Raging Bull
{"id":97127,"title":"Disciples of the 36th Chamber","year":"1985","character":"San Te's Senior Monk \/ Gym Chief's Man","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/disciples-of-the-36th-chamber","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_97127.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_97127.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
Disciples of the 36th Chamber
Disciples of the 36th Chamber as San Te's Senior Monk / Gym Chief's Man
{"id":62470,"title":"Yes, Madam!","year":"1985","character":"Ah Tung (Armoured Car Thief)","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 Ah Tung (Armoured Car Thief)
{"id":61367,"title":"Twinkle Twinkle Lucky Stars","year":"1985","character":"","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":226016,"title":"The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter","year":"1984","character":"Temple Monk (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-eight-diagram-pole-fighter","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_226016.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_226016.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter
The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter as Temple Monk (uncredited)
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{"id":129331,"title":"Holy Flame of the Martial World","year":"1983","character":"Miu Shan Clan leader","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/holy-flame-of-the-martial-world","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_129331.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_129331.jpg"},"released":1}
1983
Holy Flame of the Martial World
Holy Flame of the Martial World as Miu Shan Clan leader
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Seeding of a Ghost
Seeding of a Ghost as Man at Casino
{"id":223333,"title":"Buddha's Palm","year":"1982","character":"Clan Member (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/buddhas-palm","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_223333.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_223333.jpg"},"released":1}
1982
Buddha's Palm
Buddha's Palm as Clan Member (uncredited)
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Five Elements Ninjas
Five Elements Ninjas as Hong's Man (uncredited)
{"id":219361,"title":"The Treasure Hunters","year":"1981","character":"Librarian","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-treasure-hunters","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_219361.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_219361.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
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{"id":125975,"title":"Return of the Sentimental Swordsman","year":"1981","character":"Money Clan Member","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/return-of-the-sentimental-swordsman","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_125975.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_125975.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":226930,"title":"Two Champions of Death","year":"1980","character":"Wu Tang Member (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/two-champions-of-death","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_226930.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_226930.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
Two Champions of Death
Two Champions of Death as Wu Tang Member (uncredited)
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The Spearman of Death
The Spearman of Death as One of 14 Eagles
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Killer Constable
Killer Constable as Palace Guard