James Yi Lui
Biography
James Yi Lui works in acting. Born December 13, 1939 in Guangdong, China. Died February 16, 1999. Archytele tracks 53 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Full Filmography
53 titles- Framed (1989)
- Excuse Me, Please! (1989) as Ah Tang
- Excuse Me, Please! (1989) Director
- Friends & Enemies (1988) as 纪英俊
- The Haunted Cop Shop II (1988) as Romeo
- Operation Pink Squad (1988) as Man at Airport
- Mistaken Identity (1988)
- Flaming Brothers (1987) as Richard Lui
- 十三号地区 (1984)
- My Darling Genie (1984) as Lin Guo Ren
- The Lost Generation (1983) as Ya-ch'uan
- Twinkle Twinkle Little Star (1983) as Eden / Yi Tien
- The Red Panther (1983) as Lei
- Food For The Sharks (1982)
- Food For The Sharks (1982) Director
- Carry On Police (1982) as Captain Po
- Money Is Lovely (1981) as Lei Tu-Hai
- To Sir with Troubles (1981) as Teacher
- Wedding Bells, Wedding Belles (1981) as Ah Kiu
- Hex vs. Witchcraft (1980) as Cai Tou
- Lam Ah Chun Blunders Again (1979)
- The Ghosts and I (1979)
- The Extras (1978) as Hakky Ho
- Lam Ah Chun (1978)
- Gee and Gor (1978)
- Gee and Gor (1978) Director
- Foxbat (1977) as Cheung
- The Clumsy Gambler (1977) as Jimmy Chan
- The Discharged (1977) as Mental Prisoner 1691
- Body for Sale (1976) as Ah Chung
- Body for Sale (1976) Writer
- The Simple-Minded Fellow (1976)
- Bald-Headed Betty (1975)
- A Haunted House (1975) as Lei I
- The Winner Takes All (1975)
- The Crazy Instructor (1974)
- My Darling Slave (1974) as Lo Ah Fuk
- Back Street (1973)
- Adventure in Denmark (1973) as George - Tour Winner #2
- The Call Girls (1973)
- Death Comes in Three (1973)
- The Money-tree (1973) as Suzy's Boyfriend
- 3 Pussycats (1973)
- Tiger (1973)
- Black List (1972) as Ho
- Love and Blood (1972)
- Maria (1971)
- Bus Stop (1971)
- Social Characters (1969) as Tong Wong
- The Secret Agent 303 (1966) as Scientist
- Spy No. 13 (1964) as Tong Kwong-kwan
- Horror by the Sea (1964) as Lee Cheng
- Sweet Girl in Terror (1958)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is James Yi Lui best known for?
James Yi Lui is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Framed (1989), Flaming Brothers (1987), Hex vs. Witchcraft (1980), Black List (1972).
When and where was James Yi Lui born?
James Yi Lui was born on December 13, 1939 in Guangdong, China. They passed away on February 16, 1999.
How many credits does James Yi Lui have?
James Yi Lui has accumulated over 53 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1958 to 1989.
What is James Yi Lui's background in cinema and television?
James Yi Lui was born in 1943, the son of famed comic actor Yi Chau-shui. At age 17, he joined Shaw Brothers as a bit part actor, starting with Sweet Girl in Terror in 1958. A breakout role in Teddy Girls (1969) moved him up to lead and major supporting roles until he achieved stardom with his comedic turn in Adventur...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Framed (1989) — aged about 49
- Flaming Brothers (1987) as Richard Lui — aged about 47
- Black List (1972) as Ho — aged about 32
- Hex vs. Witchcraft (1980) as Cai Tou — aged about 40
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