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.
Born: October 8, 1954 · Yantai, Shandong Province, China
Filmography (62)
No More Bets
2023
Actor: Gu Tianzhi's Fathe…
The Curse of Turandot
2021
Actor: Fireworks Master
Integrity
2019
Actor
Never Say Die
2017
Actor
Hungry Ghost Ritual
2014
Actor: Xiaotian
Conspirators
2013
Actor: Ah Pang
The Silent War
2012
Actor: Zhang Guoxiang, KM…
The Adventure of the King
2010
Actor: Lord Ning
Crossing Hennessy
2010
Actor: Oi Lin's Uncle
Looking for Jackie
2009
Actor: Mr. Jin
TV
战国红颜
1998
Actor: 伍子胥
Dragon Town Story
1997
Actor
TV
King of Gambler
1996
Actor: 马骓
A Fake Pretty Woman
1995
Actor
Circus Kids
1994
Actor
Deadful Melody
1994
Actor: Ghost Master
TV
The Heroes From Shaolin
1993
Actor
Flirting Scholar
1993
Actor: King Ning
Lord Of East China Sea II
1993
Actor
Lord Of East China Sea
1993
Actor
All Men Are Brothers - Blood of the Leopard
1993
Actor: Lu Chien
The Love That is Wrong
1993
Actor
King of Beggars
1992
Actor: Lord Seng Ko Lin C…
Stars & Roses
1989
Actor: Hong's boyfriend
Picture of a Nymph
1988
Actor: Swordsman
Dragons Forever
1988
Actor: Thug at Bar (uncre…
Project A Part II
1987
Actor: Superintendent Chu…
A Chinese Ghost Story
1987
Actor: Swordsman Hsia Hou
Royal Warriors
1986
Actor: Raging Bull
Yes, Madam!
1985
Actor: Ah Tung (Armoured …
Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars
1985
Actor
Disciples of the 36th Chamber
1985
Actor: San Te's Senior Mo…
Opium and the Kung Fu Master
1984
Actor
Long Arm of the Law
1984
Actor: Ho Yiu-Tung
Return of Bastard Swordsman
1984
Actor: Fake Fortune Telle…
The 8 Diagram Pole Fighter
1984
Actor: Temple Monk (uncre…
Seeding of a Ghost
1983
Actor: Man at Casino
The Boxer's Omen
1983
Actor: Monk (uncredited)Actor: Monk
Men from the Gutter
1983
Actor: Policeman at Raid
Holy Flame of the Martial World
1983
Actor: Miu Shan Clan lead…
The Lady is the Boss
1983
Actor: New Student (uncre…
The Lady Assassin
1983
Actor: Palace Guard
Mercenaries from Hong Kong
1982
Actor: He Ying's Man / Yi…
Buddha's Palm
1982
Actor: Clan Member (uncre…
The Fake Ghost Catchers
1982
Actor
Five Element Ninjas
1982
Actor: Hong's Man (uncred…
Brave Archer and His Mate
1982
Actor: Libertine Asking f…
House of Traps
1982
Actor: Constable
The Brave Archer 3
1981
Actor
The Duel of the Century
1981
Actor: Chief Lama
The Treasure Hunters
1981
Actor: Librarian
The Sword Stained with Royal Blood
1981
Actor: Wen Clan Member
Return of the Sentimental Swordsman
1981
Actor: Money Clan Member
The Rebel Intruders
1980
Actor: Iron Fist Militia …
Two Champions of Shaolin
1980
Actor: Wu Tang Member (un…
Killer Constable
1980
Actor: Palace Guard
The Flag of Iron
1980
Actor: One of 14 Eagles
Ten Tigers of Kwangtung
1979
Actor: Lucky Gambling Hou…
The Magnificent Ruffians
1979
Actor: (uncredited)
The Tigress of Shaolin
1979
Actor
The Daredevils
1979
Actor: Soldier
Monkey Kung Fu
1979
Actor: Kung Fu pupil