David Lam Wai
Known for ActingBorn 1954-10-08Yantai, Shandong Province, China
A native of Taiwan, David Lam Wai first came to attention in 1984 with his role as the leader of a group of Mainland would-be jewel thieves in Johnny Mak's classic Long Arm of the Law. He got started in movies with bit part roles at Shaw Brothers studios, and after establishing himself as a lead actor, he participated in numerous crime, action, and gangster films throughout the 1980's and 90's.
Known for
A Chinese Ghost Story
1987 · as Swordsman Hsia Hou
Flirting Scholar
1993 · as King Ning
Dragons Forever
1988 · as Thug at Bar (uncredited)
King of Beggars
1992 · as Lord Seng Ko Lin Chin
Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars
1985
Project A Part II
1987 · as Superintendent Chun
Ghostly Love
1989 · as Ching Sam
The Fake Ghost Catchers
1982
Yes, Madam!
1985 · as Ah Tung (Armoured Car Thief)
No More Bets
2023 · as Gu Tianzhi's Father
The Boxer's Omen
1983 · as Monk (uncredited)
Royal Warriors
1986 · as Raging Bull
Seeding of a Ghost
1983 · as Man at Casino
Five Element Ninjas
1982 · as Hong's Man (uncredited)
The Curse of Turandot
2021 · as Fireworks Master
Looking for Jackie
2009 · as Mr. Jin
Ultimate Warrior
1993
Deadful Melody
1994 · as Ghost Master