John Ching Tung
Biography
John Ching Tung is a Hong Kong film actor and producer. He is widely recognized for his portrayal of the character Cyclops within the God of Gamblers film franchise. Additionally, he has appeared in numerous motion pictures starring Stephen Chow. Regarding his professional choices, Ching Tung has stated that while he is not averse to playing villainous characters, he maintains a policy of refusing two specific types of roles. He declines to portray rapists or individuals of Japanese nationality. He cites concerns regarding potential public controversy, the risk of being stereotyped, and a desire to ensure his daughter understands the nature of his work.
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Full Filmography
97 titles- Sons of the Neon Night (2025) as Don Rodent
- The Rounders (2025)
- Big Phone (2025)
- South Sea Tomb (2023) as Da Li
- Battle of Snakes (2023)
- Grace and Hate (2023)
- The Puppet (2023)
- The Tipping Point (2022)
- Arrest The Wicked (2022)
- Mobile Phone Storm (2021) as Boss
- On The Verge (2021) as Na Sang
- Fake President of Dragon Society (2021)
- Salted Fish Turns Raw (2020)
- Lotus Lantern (2020)
- Love of Heaven and Earth (2019)
- Tricky King (2019)
- Hunting: King of Fantasy Game (2019) as Han Liang
- The Classic of Mountains and Sea 2 (2018) as Master of Gu Masters
- 烛仙 (2018)
- 神马风云 (2018)
- Killing For Justice (2018)
- 无敌小胖 (2018)
- The Big Call (2017) as Card master
- Undercover 1000 (2017)
- 一念重生 (2017)
- 山海经破蛊师：食梦貘 (2017)
- Absolute Crisis (2017)
- 赌霸天下 (2017)
- The Monkey King 2 (2016)
- A Magic Stick (2016)
- 大哥归来之老炮不散 (2016)
- King of Gambler 2016 (2016)
- Network Anchor (2016)
- Bang Bang High School (2015)
- The Great Gambler (2015)
- Gu Shen (2015)
- All for the Winner 2015 (2015)
- Crazy Drift Temporary Daddy (2012)
- Crazy Drift Temporary Daddy (2012) Director
- I Love Wing Chun (2011) as Tai Kwan
- Choy Lee Fut Kung Fu (2011) Producer
- Choy Lee Fut Kung Fu (2011) Director
- Money Suckers (2002) as Killer Kwai
- Prison on Fire: Preacher (2002) as Chung
- Shark Busters (2002) as Chicken
- 战友 (2001)
- Mist in Judge (2001) as Kam Chuen
- Zhan You (2001)
- Feng Shui and Gambling (2001) as Uncle Shing
- I Like It (2000) as Triad Leader
- D7 SDU (2000)
- The Legendary Heroes (1999)
- Believe it or Not (1999) as Ghost
- The Legendary Heroes II - Fist of Fury (1999)
- My Date with a Vampire (1998) as 罗开平
- Portland Street Blues (1998) as Salty
- Contract Killer (1998) as Brother Dog
- Casino (1998) as Lone
- The Extra (1998) as Loanshark
- Raped by an Angel 3: Sexual Fantasy of the Chief Executive (1998) as Hung
- Chinese Midnight Express (1997) as Brother Bill
- Jail in Burning Island (1997) as Captain Du
- Vampire Expert II (1996) as 罡实
- Twinkle Twinkle Lucky Star (1996) as God of Wealth
- The Killer Has No Return (1996) as Shek Fu-an
- Vampire Expert (1995) as 雷罡
- The Saint of Gamblers (1995) as Loanshark Tung
- The Adventurers (1995) as Major Bodar
- Hail the Judge (1994) as Loi Fook
- The True Hero (1994) as Brother Tiger
- Burning Paradise (1994) as Crimson
- A Taste of Killing and Romance (1994) as Yue Nan
- Return to a Better Tomorrow (1994) as Brother Chiu
- Lantern (1994)
- A Gleam of Hope (1994) as Ho Chi
- Fight Back to School 3 (1993) as The Devil of Gamblers
- The Girls from China (1992) as Policeman
- Casino Tycoon II (1992) as Niu Bit
- Gun n' Rose (1992) as Bee
- With or Without You (1992) as Tung
- Pom Pom and Hot Hot (1992) as Mainland Shing
- Best of the Best (1992) as Tsuen
- She Starts the Fire (1992) as Brother Bao
- Girls Without Tomorrow (1992) as Big Fly
- God of Gamblers III: Back to Shanghai (1991) as Tai-Kun
- Queen of Underworld (1991)
- Tricky Brains (1991) as Ultimate Tricky Expert
- Money Maker (1991) as Bull of Macau
- Dances with Dragon (1991) as Ng I Kong
- God of Gamblers II (1990) as Tai Kun
- Dragon in Jail (1990) as Skinny
- An Eye for an Eye (1990) as Fei
- Chinese Cop Out (1989)
- Edge of Darkness (1988) as Gangster in opening scene
- City War (1988) as Ted's thug
- 18 Times (1988) as Buffet customer who find pearl
- Look of the Money (1981)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John Ching Tung best known for?
John Ching Tung is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Sons of the Neon Night (2025), The Monkey King 2 (2016), Dog Days of Summer (2007), Portland Street Blues (1998).
When and where was John Ching Tung born?
John Ching Tung was born on February 18, 1961 in Guangzhou, Guangdong, China.
How many credits does John Ching Tung have?
John Ching Tung has accumulated over 97 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1981 to 2025.
What is John Ching Tung's background in cinema and television?
John Ching Tung is a Hong Kong film actor and producer. He is widely recognized for his portrayal of the character Cyclops within the God of Gamblers film franchise. Additionally, he has appeared in numerous motion pictures starring Stephen Chow. Regarding his professional choices, Ching Tung has stated that while he i...
John Ching Tung by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- My Date with a Vampire (1998) as 罗开平 — aged about 37
- Hail the Judge (1994) as Loi Fook — aged about 33
- Contract Killer (1998) as Brother Dog — aged about 37
- Tricky Brains (1991) as Ultimate Tricky Expert — aged about 30
- Vampire Expert (1995) as 雷罡 — aged about 34
- God of Gamblers III: Back to Shanghai (1991) as Tai-Kun — aged about 30
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