Wai Wang
Biography
Wai Wang was a Taiwanese actor born on November 3, 1936. He began his acting career in Taiwan using the stage name Xiao Lin before adopting the name Wu Bin in 1968. Following a leading role in The One-Legged Dragon, he began working with the Shaw Brothers under the name Frankie Wei. During a seven-year tenure with the Shaw Brothers, he became well known for playing villains and starring in numerous erotic thrillers directed by Lu Chi. In 1979, he made his directorial debut with Lewd Lizard. He continued his career until his retirement in 2010, and his life span concluded in 2010.
Career overview
Wai Wang was a Taiwanese actor born on November 3, 1936. He began his acting career in his home country of Taiwan under the stage name Xiao Lin, also known as Little Lam. Later in 1968, he adopted the new name Wu Bin. Following his leading turn in the film The One-Legged Dragon, he began his career with the Shaw Brothers under the name Frankie Wei. He remained with the Shaw Brothers for a duration of seven years.
During his time with the studio, the actor became well known for his portrayal of villains. He also starred in many of Lu Chi's erotic thrillers. Later in his career, he made his first attempt at directing with the 1979 release Lewd Lizard. Following his work in the film industry, he retired in the year 1984.
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Full Filmography
86 titles- Undercover Eagle (1995)
- Picking Up Girls (1994)
- Lucky Dragon (1991)
- The Falcon (1989)
- 铁汉与荡妇 (1988)
- Female Brookers (1987)
- Wives and Lovers (1985) as Yu Ya-Dang
- Pursuit of a Killer (1985) as Sun Fu Cheng
- Carry On Pickpocket (1982) as Fence (uncredited)
- Brave Archer and His Mate (1982) as Priest Yao
- 36 Secrets of Courtship (1982) as Prof. Chan Tai-Kat
- Man Crazy (1982)
- The Perfect Match (1982) as Mr. Tai
- The Gambler and His Kung Fu Master (1981)
- The Cheeky Chap (1980) as Boss Au
- Swift Sword (1980) as Leng family/Cold-Blooded Five
- The Stud and the Nympho (1980) as Michael Huang
- A Deadly Secret (1980) as Yin Yuen Ping
- One Son Too Many (1980) as Father Hsu
- Disco Bumpkins (1980) as Celina's boss
- Lewd Lizard (1979)
- Lewd Lizard (1979) Director
- Lewd Lizard (1979) Screenplay
- Dirty Ho (1979) as 4th Prince
- Murder Plot (1979) as Fang Pan Yang
- The Foxy Ladies (1979) as President
- Naughty Scandals (1979)
- Caning (1979)
- The 36th Chamber of Shaolin (1978) as Teacher Ho
- Flying Guillotine II (1978) as Lord Gang Jing Feng
- Shaolin Mantis (1978) as Emperor Ping Xi
- The Vengeful Beauty (1978) as Emperor
- Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre II (1978) as Right Guardian Fan Yiu / Monk Fu
- Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre (1978) as Right Guardian Fan Yiu
- Hello Sexy Late Homecomers (1978)
- Delinquent Teenagers (1978)
- The Criminals, Part 4: Assault (1977) as Inspector Wei
- The Battle Wizard (1977) as Emperor Tuan Zheng Ming
- The Battle Wizard (1977) as Tuan Cheng-Ming
- Pursuit of Vengeance (1977) as Ding Sheng-Feng
- To Kill a Jaguar (1977) as Mr. Kam
- Shaolin Iron Finger (1977)
- Fangs of the Cobra (1977) as Hu Lin
- Judgement of an Assassin (1977) as Chief Jau Loong
- Starlets for Sale (1977) as Shijie
- Confessions of a Private Secretary (1977)
- That Romantic Scholar (1977)
- Mysterious Lady Killer (1977)
- The Oily Maniac (1976) as Yu Nian's Lover
- Shaolin Temple (1976) as Hong Xi Guan
- Black Magic 2 (1976) as Chang Da Nian
- Girls for Sale (1976)
- Heroes of the Underground (1976) as Commander Nakajima
- Oriental Playgirls (1976) as Chiang Ta-Chung
- My Bewitched Wife (1975)
- The Flying Guillotine (1975) as Ah Kun / Xu Shuangkun
- The Bloody Escape (1975) as Commissioner Zhang Qin
- Girl with the Long Hair (1975) as Richard
- Cohabitation (1975) as Chen Bingliang
- Big Brother Cheng (1975) as Boogie Jie
- The Hooker and the Hustler (1975) as Johnny
- Romance in Paris (1975)
- Girl's Diary (1975)
- The Mini-Skirt Gang (1974)
- The Savage Five (1974) as Brother Li
- Young Passion (1974)
- Women of Desire (1974) as Wu Yaozu
- The Shadow Boxer (1974) as Jin Dai Sing
- Five Tough Guys (1974) as Shen Shi-Xian
- Hong Kong 73 (1974) as Security Guard
- Friends (1974) as Ma Wei-Hong
- The Virgins (1973) as Wen Da
- Na Cha and the Seven Devils (1973) as Na Cha (Disguise)
- Back to Anping Harbor (1972) as Dr. Daley
- The Dark Alley (1972)
- Swordsman at Large (1971) as Hsiao The Rambler
- The Oath of Death (1971) as Xiang Du Bu
- Shadow Girl (1971) as Bridegroom Chen Wei
- Blood and Guts (1971)
- Secret Agent Chungking 001 (1970)
- The Ace of Swordsman (1969)
- A Sword for a Killer (1968)
- 阿戇伯 (1966)
- Wenquan County Guitar (1966)
- Six Suspects (1965) as Tenn Kong-Hui
- 塩田區長 (1964)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Wai Wang best known for?
Wai Wang is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Picking Up Girls (1994), Carry On Pickpocket (1982), Edge of Desire (2017), Swift Sword (1980).
When and where was Wai Wang born?
Wai Wang was born on November 3, 1936 in Republic of China (Taiwan).
How many credits does Wai Wang have?
Wai Wang has accumulated over 86 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1964 to 1995.
What is Wai Wang's background in cinema and television?
Wai Wang was a Taiwanese actor born on November 3, 1936. He began his acting career in Taiwan using the stage name Xiao Lin before adopting the name Wu Bin in 1968. Following a leading role in The One-Legged Dragon, he began working with the Shaw Brothers under the name Frankie Wei. During a seven-year tenure with the ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The 36th Chamber of Shaolin (1978) as Teacher Ho — aged about 41
- Dirty Ho (1979) as 4th Prince — aged about 42
- The Vengeful Beauty (1978) as Emperor — aged about 41
- Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre (1978) as Right Guardian Fan Yiu — aged about 41
- The Flying Guillotine (1975) as Ah Kun / Xu Shuangkun — aged about 38
- Shaolin Mantis (1978) as Emperor Ping Xi — aged about 41
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