David Lam Wai
Acting
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.
Known for
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tv拳心
2026
麥梓峰（麥父）
tvSan Jiang Chao
2025
Lin Kejian
movieNo More Bets
2023
Gu Tianzhi's Father
movieThe Mob
2023
Zhou Mingyou
movieThe Curse of Turandot
2021
Fireworks Master
tvThe Priceless
2021
Mr. Ning
movieThe Case of the Unknown
2020
Wang Shi-De
movieLove Doesn't Come Easy
2019
Zhou Likai
movieKey To The Luck
2019
Uncle Ha
tv回马枪
2016
龙振彪
tvThe Conspirators
2016
A Peng
movieHungry Ghost Ritual
2014
Hau Tin
movieConspirators
2013
Ah Pang
movieThe Silent War
2012
Zhang Guoxiang, KMT Agent
movieThe Adventure of the King
2010
Lord Ning
movieCrossing Hennessy
2010
Oi Lin's Uncle
movieLooking for Jackie
2009
Mr. Jin
movieNothing Is Impossible
2006
Godfather
movieThe Vampire Combat
2001
Mao Lung
movieHomicidal Maniac
2000
Inspector Hu Ying Kit
tv战国红颜
1998
伍子胥
movie24 Hrs Ghost Story
1997
Master River Wong
movieTo Be No. 1
1996
Three
movieTough Beauty And The Sloppy Slop
1995
Hong Kong Official
movieHero of Hong Kong 1949
1994
Fang Ting Suen
movieDeadful Melody
1994
Ghost Master
movieFlirting Scholar
1993
King Ning
Drug Tiger
1993
Uncle Hsiung
movieKing of Beggars
1992
Lord Seng Ko Lin Chin
movieGhost Killer
1992
Yip Tai Nan
movieWho's Killer
1992
Chang Hau
movieThe Transmigration Romance
1991
Inspector Lin
movieVisa to Hell
1991
Jiu Mou
movieBlood Stained Tradewind
1990
Song Ben
movieKing of Gambler
1990
Lin Fei
movieStars and Roses
1989
Hong's boyfriend
movieDark Side of China Town
1989
Shan Tung Shing
movieBloody Brotherhood
1989
Cheung Ka Wai
movieGhostly Love
1989
Ching Sam
moviePicture of a Nymph
1988
Swordsman
movieDragons Forever
1988
Thug at Bar (uncredited)
movieNo Compromise
1988
Lui Da-Chuan
movieProject A Part II
1987
Superintendent Chun
movieA Chinese Ghost Story
1987
Swordsman Hsia Hou
movieCode of Honor
1987
Wang Han
movieRoyal Warriors
1986
Raging Bull
movieYes, Madam!
1985
Ah Tung (Armoured Car Thief)
movieWelcome
1985
Lam Fong
movieDisciples of the 36th Chamber
1985
San Te's Senior Monk / Gym Chief's Man
movieLong Arm of the Law
1984
Ho Yiu-Tung
movieThe Hidden Power of the Dragon Sabre
1984
Sung Ching Shu (as monk)
movieReturn of Bastard Swordsman
1984
Fake Fortune Teller's Son
movieThe 8 Diagram Pole Fighter
1984
Temple Monk
movieSeeding of a Ghost
1983
Man at Casino
movieDescendant of the Sun
1983
Prince Regent's Black Knight
movieThe Boxer's Omen
1983
Monk (uncredited) / Monk
movieMen from the Gutter
1983
Policeman at Raid
movieHoly Flame of the Martial World
1983
Miu Shan Clan leader (uncredited)
movieThe Lady Is the Boss
1983
New Student (uncredited)
movieThe Lady Assassin
1983
Palace Guard
movieThe Enchantress
1983
(uncredited)
movieMercenaries from Hong Kong
1982
He Ying's Man / Yindan's Guerrilla
movieBuddha's Palm
1982
Clan Member (uncredited)
movieFive Element Ninjas
1982
Hong's Man (uncredited)
movieBrave Archer and His Mate
1982
Libertine Asking for Ms. Loong (uncredited)
movieHouse of Traps
1982
Constable
movieThe Duel of the Century
1981
Chief Lama
movieThe Treasure Hunters
1981
Librarian
movieMurderer Pursues
1981
Rascal at basketball court
movieChallenge of the Gamesters
1981
Casino security
movieThe Sword Stained with Royal Blood
1981
Wen Clan Member
movieReturn of the Sentimental Swordsman
1981
Money Clan Member
movieLegend of the Fox
1980
Guinong's Man (uncredited)
movieThe Rebel Intruders
1980
Iron Fist Militia / Refugee
movieTwo Champions of Shaolin
1980
Wu Tang Member (uncredited)
movieKiller Constable
1980
Palace Guard
movieThe Flag of Iron
1980
One of 14 Eagles
movieTen Tigers of Kwangtung
1979
Lucky Gambling House Doorman (uncredited)
movieThe Magnificent Ruffians
1979
(uncredited)
movieThe Daredevils
1979
Soldier
movieMonkey Kung Fu
1979
Kung Fu pupil
movieThe Fighting Fool
1979
Abducted villager