Philip Chan Yan-Kin
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- January 25, 1945 in Hong Kong, British Crown Colony
- Active Years
- 1968–2021 (54 Years)
- Total Credits
- 122 credits in database
Biography
Philip Chan Yan-Kin is a Hong Kong actor, film director, producer, screenwriter, and music composer. Born on January 25, 1945, in Hong Kong, British Crown Colony, he is of Taishan area origin. Chan Yan-Kin has worked in the entertainment industry, having previously served as a police officer. He has appeared in numerous films and television shows, with over 104 credits to his name. Chan Yan-Kin is also known as Phillip Chan Yan and has worked in various capacities including acting, directing, producing, writing, and composing music.
Career overview
Philip Chan Yan-Kin is a Hong Kong actor. He was born on January 25, 1945. Chan Yan-Kin has appeared in numerous films and television shows, with a total of 104 known credits.
As an actor, Chan Yan-Kin has established himself in the Hong Kong entertainment industry. His extensive filmography showcases his versatility and range as a performer. Although specific details about his roles and performances are not available, his extensive body of work is a testament to his dedication and talent.
Chan Yan-Kin's career spans multiple decades, with a significant amount of time spent in the entertainment industry. His background as a former police officer adds an interesting dimension to his life and career. However, specific details about his time as a police officer and how it relates to his acting career are not available.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
122 titles- Race 1 (2021) as Neurologist
- Shut Down (2020)
- OCTB (2017) as 張國沾
- The Big Call (2017) as Head of Hong Kong police
- Show Me Your Love (2016)
- Hui's Comedy: A Look Back Featurette (2016)
- A Tale of Three Cities (2015) as KMT Agent Chief
- Always (2015) as Gang Li
- Love You for Loving Me (2013)
- Kick Ass Girls (2013) as Host
- Good-for-Nothing Heros (2012)
- A Century of Light and Shadow (2005) as Self
- Good Times, Bed Times (2003)
- Nine Girls and a Ghost (2002) as 嘉嘉父
- 星空下的傾情 (1997)
- 霑沾自喜三十年 (1995)
- Love on Delivery (1994) as Singer in Yang Yin Pill's Ad
- Fight Back to School 3 (1993) as Officer Chan
- The Mad Monk (1993) as God No. 2
- Police Story 3: Super Cop (1992) as Chief Superintendent of Police Y. K. Chan
- Big Little Man (1992)
- Hard Boiled (1992) as Supt. Pang
- Twin Dragons (1992) as Hotel Manager Chen
- Screen Play (1992)
- The Magic Touch (1992) as David Ho
- Now You See Love... Now You Don't (1992)
- Heart Against Hearts (1992) as Phillip
- Double Impact (1991) as Raymond Zhang
- The Banquet (1991) as Policeman
- The Tigers (1991) as Tsao Siu-Ping
- 梅艷芳飛越舞台十載情 (1991)
- Sisters of the World Unite (1991)
- 梅艳芳-飞跃舞台十载情 (1991)
- Front Page (1990) Director
- Front Page (1990) Writer
- Pantyhose Hero (1990) as Officer Raiding Gay Bar
- A Tale from the East (1990) Producer
- A Tale from the East (1990) Screenplay
- Widow Warriors (1990) as Liu Chuan Hau
- No Way Back (1990)
- Big Brother (1990)
- Carry On Yakuza (1989) as Willie
- Carry On Yakuza (1989) Writer
- Carry On Yakuza (1989) Director
- Mr. Sunshine (1989)
- Mr. Sunshine (1989) Director
- Little Cop (1989) as Rigidity Condom's Representative
- The Path of Glory (1989) Writer
- Fatal Bet (1989)
- Spy Games (1989) as Chan
- The Immigrant Policeman (1989)
- Bloodsport (1988) as Captain Chen
- City Warriors (1988) as Superintendent Chan
- Fury (1988) as Chik
- Hero of Tomorrow (1988) as Crow's Target
- Let's Rage the Gangland (1988)
- Flaming Brothers (1987) as Police Commissioner Chan
- The Romancing Star (1987) as Kenny
- Long Arm of the Law II (1987) Writer
- Crazy Spirit (1987)
- Private Life (1987)
- Where's Officer Tuba? (1986) Director
- Pom Pom Strikes Back (1986) as Supt Chan
- Tongs: A Chinatown Story (1986) Director
- From Here to Prosperity (1986) as Audience at Magic Show
- From Here to Prosperity (1986) Director
- Inspector Chocolate (1986) Director
- Inspector Chocolate (1986) Writer
- Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars (1985)
- Night Caller (1985) as Inspector Steve Chan
- Night Caller (1985) Screenplay
- Night Caller (1985) Director
- The Two Jolly Cops (1985)
- Mr. Boo Meets Pom Pom (1985) as Inspector Chan
- Mr. Boo Meets Pom Pom (1985) Production Supervisor
- Long Arm of the Law (1984) Screenplay
- Pom Pom (1984) as Inspector Chan
- The Clones (1984)
- The Owl vs Bombo (1984) as Superintendent
- The Return of Pom Pom (1984) as Insp. Chan
- The Return of Pom Pom (1984) Director
- Double Decker (1984) as Mr. Cheung
- Winners & Sinners (1983) as Inspector
- Esprit D'amour (1983) as John Tang
- Gun Is Law (1983)
- The Red Panther (1983) as Officer Chan
- Stardust (1982)
- Love With Many Phases (1982)
- The Head Hunter (1982) as Kam Ta Fu / Kim Tai Yung
- Secret Ninja, Roaring Tiger (1982)
- 無雙譜 (1981) as 朱尔旦/旱天雷
- Super Fool! (1981) as Dragon's Manager
- Avengers from Hell (1981) as Jack Luo
- Charlie's Bubble (1981) Director
- Charlie's Bubble (1981) Screenplay
- Krazy Kops (1981)
- The Sweet and Sour Cops (1981)
- The Family (1980) as 高继源
- New C.I.D. (1980)
- The Way to Hell (1980) Consulting Producer
- Encore (1980)
- Encore (1980) Producer
- One Step Ahead (1980)
- The Passenger (1979)
- Cops and Robbers (1979) as Superintendent Pang
- The Servants (1979)
- The Servants (1979) Director
- The Servants (1979) Writer
- The Handcuff (1979)
- Between The Twins (1978)
- Between The Twins (1978) Creator
- 国际刑警 (1978) as 张国沾
- The Extras (1978) Writer
- Rainbow In My Heart (1978)
- Below the Lion Rock: Choice Of Dreams (1978)
- Horses (1978)
- Operation Manhunt (1977)
- Foxbat (1977) as Lee
- Foxbat (1977) Story
- Foxbat (1977) Writer
- Jumping Ash (1976) Writer
- 歷年TVB台慶經典回顧 (1968)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Philip Chan Yan-Kin best known for?
Philip Chan Yan-Kin is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Race 1 (2021), A Century of Light and Shadow (2005), Love on Delivery (1994), Fight Back to School 3 (1993).
When and where was Philip Chan Yan-Kin born?
Philip Chan Yan-Kin was born on January 25, 1945 in Hong Kong, British Crown Colony.
How many credits does Philip Chan Yan-Kin have?
Philip Chan Yan-Kin has accumulated over 122 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1968 to 2021.
What is Philip Chan Yan-Kin's background in cinema and television?
Philip Chan Yan-Kin is a Hong Kong actor, film director, producer, screenwriter, and music composer. Born on January 25, 1945, in Hong Kong, British Crown Colony, he is of Taishan area origin. Chan Yan-Kin has worked in the entertainment industry, having previously served as a police officer. He has appeared in numerou...
Philip Chan Yan-Kin by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Hard Boiled (1992) as Supt. Pang — aged about 47
- Pom Pom Strikes Back (1986) as Supt Chan — aged about 41
- Bloodsport (1988) as Captain Chen — aged about 43
- Love on Delivery (1994) as Singer in Yang Yin Pill's Ad — aged about 49
- The Return of Pom Pom (1984) as Insp. Chan — aged about 39
- Police Story 3: Super Cop (1992) as Chief Superintendent of Police Y. K. Chan — aged about 47
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