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Lam Ching-ying

Hong Kong actor and choreographer (1952–1997)

  • Fame56.7
  • Momentum2.6
  • Wikipedia18.9K
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Lived 1952–1997, aged 45China
ChinaChinaActorsActor
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    24 languages
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  • Era
    1952–1997
    Aged 45
  • Known for
    Game of Death
    1978
Summary
Updated 2026-07-17

Lam Ching-ying was a Hong Kong stuntman, actor, martial artist and action director. As a practitioner of martial arts Lam starred in a number of notable films that found recognition outside Hong Kong including Encounters of the Spooky Kind, The Prodigal Son, Heroes Shed No Tears, and his best-known role in Mr. Vampire.

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  • Hong Kong Film Awards
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56.7
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Momentum2.6
Historical21.0
Now attention14.4
Source confidence65.0
Completeness75.0
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