Chow Yun-Fat

[English] [中文] [中英文]
Displaying English

周潤發 ♂
Chow Yun-Fat

Donald Chow, Aman Chow, Chow Yun-Fatt, Chow Yuen-Fat, Zhou Runfa
Born: May 18th, 1955 (Hong Kong)


Filmography *(1976-2023)*

	Actor (95 films)
		The Reincarnation (1976)
		Learned Bride Thrice Fools the Bridegroom (1976)
		Massage Girls (1976) ... Ah Gin
		The Hunter, the Butterfly and the Crocodile (1976) ... Lau Tai-Kwong
		Bed for Day, Bed for Night (1977)
		Hot Blood (1977) ... Ah Cheng
		Their Private Lives (1978) ... Ko Ming Chung
		Miss "O" (1978) ... Koon
		See-Bar (1980) ... Git / Chieh
		Joy to the World (1980) ... Yam Chung-Lung
		Pursuit (1980) ... Killer
		Modern Heroes (1980) ... Sgt Chu Hwa Tai
		Soul Ash (1981)
		The Executor (1981) ... Ng Tao
		The Story of Woo Viet (1981) ... Wu Yuet
		The Head Hunter (1982) ... Yuen Lik/Nguen Dich
		Postman Strikes Back (1982) ... Fu Jun
		The Bund (1983) ... Hui Man Keung
		The Bund Part II (1983) ... Hui Man Keung
		Blood Money (1983) ... Bullet
		Last Affair (1983) ... Kwong-ping
		Love in a Fallen City (1984) ... Fan Liu Yuen
		The Occupant (1984) ... Insp Valentino Chow
		Hong Kong 1941 (1984) ... Yip Kim-Fei
		Women (1985) ... Derek Sun
		Why Me? (1985) ... Mr Chow
		Rose (1986) ... Charles / Ga Ming [2 roles]
		Nepal Affair (1986) ... Joe
		Dream Lovers (1986) ... Song Yu
		The Missed Date (1986) ... Peter
		The Lunatics (1986) ... Chung
		100 Ways to Murder Your Wife (1986) ... Fa
		A Better Tomorrow (1986) ... Mark Gor / Mark Lee
		Love Unto Waste (1986) ... Inspector Lan
		The Seventh Curse (1986) ... Wesley
		A Hearty Response (1986) ... Ho Ting Bon
		My Will, I Will (1986) ... Alex Feng
		City on Fire (1987) ... Ko Chow
		Tragic Hero (1987) ... Boss Li Ah Chai
		Scared Stiff (1987) ... Inspector Chow
		Brotherhood (1987) ... Fai
		Rich and Famous (1987) ... Boss Li Ah Chai
		The Romancing Star (1987) ... Wong Yat Fat
		An Autumn's Tale (1987) ... Samuel Pang
		Flaming Brothers (1987) ... Tin
		Spiritual Love (1987) ... Pu Yung Tsai
		Prison on Fire (1987) ... Chung Tin Ching
		A Better Tomorrow II (1987) ... Ken Lee
		The Romancing Star II (1988) ... Big Mouth Fat [cameo]
		The Eighth Happiness (1988) ... Fang Chien Lang/Fong Kim Long
		Tiger on the Beat (1988) ... Sergeant Francis Li
		Fractured Follies (1988) ... Joe Leung
		The Diary of a Big Man (1988) ... Chow Ting Fat
		The Greatest Lover (1988) ... Qian Jin / Nelson Chow
		Cherry Blossoms (1988) ... Yu Ta Fu (adult)
		Goodbye My Friend (1988) ... [Katanyu Prakasit footage]
		City War (1988) ... Dick Lee
		All About Ah Long (1989) ... Ah Long
		Wild Search (1989) ... Sgt. Lau Chun-Pong
		The Killer (1989) ... Jeff
		Triads - The Inside Story (1989) ... Lee Man-Ho
		A Better Tomorrow III (1989) ... Mark
		God of Gamblers (1989) ... Ko Chun
		The Romancing Star III (1989) ... Mechanic in flashback
		The Fun, the Luck and the Tycoon (1990) ... Lam Bo Sun / Stink [2 roles]
		God of Gamblers II (1990) ... Ko Chun
		Once a Thief (1991) ... Joe
		Prison on Fire II (1991) ... Chung Tin Ching
		Now You See Love... Now You Don't (1992) ... Ng San Shui
		Hard Boiled (1992) ... Tequila Yuen
		Full Contact (1992) ... Jeff / Gou Fei
		Treasure Hunt (1994) ... Jeffrey Chang Ching
		God of Gamblers Return (1994) ... Ko Chun
		Peace Hotel (1995) ... Wong A Ping / Killer
		Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000) ... Li Mu Bai
		An Autumn Diary (2002) ... [AUTUMN'S TALE footage]
		Waiting Alone (2004) ... Himself [cameo]
		Curse of the Golden Flower (2006) ... Emperor
		The Postmodern Life of My Aunt (2006) ... Pan Zhichang
		The Children of Huang Shi (2008) ... Chen Hansheng
		Shanghai (2010) ... Anthony Lan-Ting
		Confucius (2010) ... Confucius
		Let the Bullets Fly (2010) ... Boss Huang Silang
		Fen Shou Zhuan Jia (2011)
		Beginning of the Great Revival (2011) ... Yuan Shikai
		The Assassins (2012) ... Chancellor Cao Cao
		The Last Tycoon (2012) ... Cheng Daqi
		From Vegas to Macau (2014) ... Ken
		The Monkey King (2014) ... Jade Emperor
		From Vegas to Macau 2 (2015) ... Ken
		Office (2015) ... Ho Chung-Ping
		From Vegas to Macau 3 (2016) ... Ken Shek / Ko Chun
		Cold War 2 (2016) ... Oswald S. Kan
		Project Gutenberg (2018) ... Ng Fuk-Sang
		One More Chance (2023) ... Water Ng

	Story (2 films)
		All About Ah Long (1989)
		Peace Hotel (1995)

	Theme Song Composer (1 film)
		The Diary of a Big Man (1988)

	Singer (1 film)
		The Diary of a Big Man (1988)

	Lyrics (1 film)
		The Diary of a Big Man (1988)


Biography

	Chow Yun Fat (周涌发) is a renowned actor from Hong Kong, known for his iconic roles in Chinese and international cinema. He was born in 1955, in Lamma Island, Hong Kong, and began his acting career in the late 1970s. Chow Yun Fat's early works included television dramas and supporting roles in films. However, his breakthrough came in the 1980s when he collaborated with acclaimed director John Woo (吴宇森) in a series of action-packed films, such as "A Better Tomorrow" (英雄本色), "The Killer" (喋血双雄), and "Hard Boiled" (辣手神探). These films established Chow Yun Fat as a leading actor known for his charismatic on-screen presence, suave demeanor, and exceptional acting skills. In the 1990s, Chow Yun Fat's success extended beyond Hong Kong as he ventured into Hollywood productions. He starred in the critically acclaimed film "Anna and the King" (安娜与国王) (1999), alongside Jodie Foster, which earned him international recognition. He also appeared in other Hollywood films such as "The Replacement Killers" (杀手之王) (1998) and "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End" (加勒比海盗：世界的尽头) (2007), further cementing his status as a global superstar. Chow Yun Fat has won numerous awards for his acting, including multiple Hong Kong Film Awards, Asian Film Awards, and Golden Horse Awards. He is known for his versatility, having portrayed a wide range of characters in various genres, including action, comedy, drama, and romance. His performances are often praised for their emotional depth and authenticity, showcasing his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft. In addition to his success in the entertainment industry, Chow Yun Fat is also known for his philanthropic endeavors. He has been actively involved in charitable causes, including supporting disaster relief efforts, children's charities, and animal welfare organizations. Despite his fame and success, Chow Yun Fat has maintained a humble and down-to-earth demeanor, earning him admiration and respect from fans and colleagues alike. He is often regarded as one of the most beloved actors in the Asian film industry, with a career that spans over four decades. Chow Yun Fat's contributions to the world of cinema and his philanthropic efforts have earned him numerous accolades and recognition throughout his career. He continues to inspire and entertain audiences with his performances, leaving a lasting impact on the film industry and beyond. Chow Yun Fat remains a legendary figure in Asian cinema, known for his exceptional talent, dedication to his craft, and philanthropic endeavors. (BKasten 2023) Married Yu On On from 1983 to 1984.