Liu Ye
Biography
Liu Ye is a Chinese film and television actor born on March 23, 1978, in Jilin, China. He began his acting career at the age of 20 while studying performing arts at the Central Academy of Drama in Beijing. Liu Ye has been recognized for his talent, including a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at China's Golden Rooster Awards in 1999 for his role in Postmen in the Mountains. He has also won Best Actor at Taiwan's 38th Golden Horse Awards for his performance in Lan Yu. Liu Ye has been active in the entertainment industry, with over 90 known credits to his name.
Career overview
Liu Ye is a Chinese film and television actor. He began his acting career as a 20-year-old student majoring in performing arts at the Central Academy of Drama in Beijing. Liu Ye's talent in acting was apparent early on, and he went on to have a successful career in the film industry.
Liu Ye's early success was marked by a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at China's Golden Rooster Awards in 1999 for his role in the movie Postmen in the Mountains. He later won Best Actor at Taiwan's 38th Golden Horse Awards for his performance in the movie Lan Yu. This achievement was a significant milestone in his career, demonstrating his ability to portray complex characters.
Liu Ye's subsequent success has been marked by his ability to take on a wide range of roles. His career has spanned multiple films, with a total of 90 known credits. Liu Ye's talent and versatility have made him a respected figure in the Chinese film industry.
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90 titles- Crossing (2026) as Mao Zedong/毛泽东
- 2026湖南卫视芒果TV春节联欢晚会 (2026)
- The Silent Rift (2026) as Zhu Helai
- 2025-2026湖南卫视芒果TV跨年演唱会 (2025)
- Moon the Panda (2025) as Fu Zhao
- 2024-2025湖南卫视芒果TV跨年晚会 (2025)
- Tiger Wolf Rabbit (2024) as Zhao Zishan
- Kang Zhan Zhong De Wen Yi (2024)
- Queen (2023) as 刘烨
- Manifesto (2023)
- The EOD Squad (2022) as Lu Yang
- Steel Will (2022) as Zhao Tiechi
- Island Keeper (2021) as Wang Jicai
- The Great Wall (2020)
- 2020湖南卫视拼多多双十二超拼夜 (2020)
- 一键倾心 (2020)
- China in the Story (2019) as 许云峰
- On the Road (2019) as Yao Yuan
- National Treasure’s Extraordinary Journey (2019) as Ren Hongyi
- Old Boy (2018) as Wu Zheng
- Air Strike (2018) as Xue Gangtou
- The Founding of an Army (2017) as Mao Zedong
- Bite Me! (2016) as himself
- Cock and Bull (2016) as Song Lao'er
- My War (2016) as Sun Beichuan
- 我们的挑战 (2016) as Self
- Night Peacock (2016) as Ma Jianmin
- Love & Sword (2015)
- Saving Mr. Wu (2015) as Xing Feng
- Beijing, New York (2015) as Lenny
- All Quiet in Peking (2014) as 方孟敖
- 星星的密室 (2014) as 明星关主
- Red Channel (2014)
- The Boundary (2014)
- Flower Grandpa (2014)
- Troubled Times Three Brothers (2013)
- Where Are We Going, Dad? (2013)
- Police Story: Lockdown (2013) as Wu Jiang
- The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel (2013) as The Chef
- Redemption (2013) as Xiao Likun
- The Last Supper (2012) as Liu Bang
- The Monkey King 3D: Uproar in Heaven (2012) as 托塔李天王
- Happy Hotel (2012)
- Beginning of the Great Revival (2011) as Mao Zedong
- A Beautiful Life (2011) as Fang Zhendong
- Underdog Knight 2 (2011) as Lao San / Wang Tao
- China's Got Talent (2010) as Self - Judge
- 神枪手 (2010) as Peng Kehu
- Color Me Love (2010)
- Driverless (2010) as Zhi Xiong
- 男儿本色 (2009) as Zhou Chuanxiong
- City of Life and Death (2009) as Lu Jianxiong
- 一个女人的史诗 (2009)
- The Founding of a Republic (2009) as Old Red Army Soldiers
- We'll Meet in Heaven (2009)
- Iron Men (2009) as 刘思成
- The Time of Our Lives (2008) as 袁浩东
- Connected (2008) as Senior Inspector Fok
- Dark Matter (2008) as Liu Xing
- The Underdog Knight (2008) as Lao San/Wang Tao
- Blood Brothers (2007) as Gang
- Mini (2007) as Kang
- Impossible Mission: Golden Rooster (2007) as Liu Ye
- Curse of the Golden Flower (2006) as Crown Prince Wan
- 一针见血 (2006)
- 向天真女生投降 (2006) as 披头
- The Promise (2005) as Snow Wolf
- Mob Sister (2005) as Pilot
- The Ghost Inside (2005) as Fang Cheng
- Sudden Lover (2005)
- Romantic Life (2004) as 钟跃民
- 荆轲传奇 (2004)
- The Foliage (2004)
- Harmony (2004) as 闵华堂
- Jasmine Women (2004) as Xia Du
- 夏天的味道 (2004) as 张奕
- A Soul Haunted by Painting (2003) as Tian Shouxin
- The Floating Landscape (2003) as Lit
- Purple Butterfly (2003) as Szeto
- How Can I Rescue My Love (2002) as Long Xiaoyu
- Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress (2002) as Ma Jianling
- Sky Lovers (2002) as Jiakuan
- Lan Yu (2001) as Lan Yu
- Flowers (2001)
- Female Coach & Male Player (2000)
- Postmen in the Mountains (1999) as Son
- A Century's Dream (1998)
- CMG Spring Festival Gala (1983)
- Golden Horse Awards (1962) as Self
- The Lotus Secret as Yang Linian
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Liu Ye best known for?
Liu Ye is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Crossing (2026), China in the Story (2019), Old Boy (2018), All Quiet in Peking (2014).
When and where was Liu Ye born?
Liu Ye was born on March 23, 1978 in Jilin, China.
How many credits does Liu Ye have?
Liu Ye has accumulated over 90 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1962 to 2026.
What is Liu Ye's background in cinema and television?
Liu Ye is a Chinese film and television actor born on March 23, 1978, in Jilin, China. He began his acting career at the age of 20 while studying performing arts at the Central Academy of Drama in Beijing. Liu Ye has been recognized for his talent, including a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at China's Golden Roos...