Bau Hon-Lam

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

21Total Films

7.7 Highest Rated

Born: Dec 31, 1915

Birth Place: Hong Kong, British Crown Colony [now China]

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bau Hon-Lam reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 21 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Bau Hon-Lam's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bau Hon-Lam remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in All for the Gamblers, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Bau Hon-Lam Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Bau Hon-Lam's career based on audience ratings.

★7.7

All for the Gamblers (1991) movie poster

★7.7

All for the Gamblers: All for the Gamblers is a Hong Kong Action movie starring Alex Man

All for the Gamblers

1991

★7.2

★7.2

God of Gamblers: Ko Chun, a renowned gambler, loses his memory in an accident and starts behaving like a child. Little Knife, an amateur

God of Gamblers

1989•Action

★7.1

★7.1

Tricky Brains: A trickster-for-hire, known as the Tricky Expert, is hired to ruin the lives of a father and son by making them think th

Tricky Brains

1991•Comedy

★7.0

★7.0

Private Life: Sam Lee has just been crowned Miss Hong Kong 1986, and she meets rich playboy George on a plane. They seem to take an im

Private Life

1987•Drama

★6.9

★6.9

God of Gamblers II: Sing finds Michael "Dagger" Chan in order to become Ko Chun's next disciple, but the two must put aside their difference

God of Gamblers II

1990•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bau Hon-Lam.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1996	Tri-Star	Father John	Flop	Similar →
1995	Tricky Business	-	Average	Similar →
1994	God of Gamblers' Return	Chan Gam Sing	Hit	Similar →
1993	Perfect Exchange	Judge	Average	Similar →
1991	Dances with Dragon	Chow Tai Pang	Average	Similar →
1991	The Banquet	-	Average	Similar →
1991	Tricky Brains	Mr. Ching	Hit	Similar →
1991	All for the Gamblers	Ching Chin Sau	Super Hit	Similar →
1990	God of Gamblers II	Chan Kam Sing / Beast of Gamblers	Hit	Similar →
1989	God of Gamblers	Chan Kam Sing	Hit	Similar →
1989	Triads: The Inside Story	Uncle Ng / Chow Sai Lin	Average	Similar →
1989	A Killer's Blues	Big Boss	Flop	Similar →
1987	Private Life	-	Hit	Similar →
1986	Passion	John's Father	Hit	Similar →
1985	Year of the Dragon	Fred Hung	Hit	Similar →
1985	Working Class	Amy's Father	Average	Similar →
1980	The Story of a Refugee	-	Average	Similar →
1980	No Big Deal	-	Flop	Similar →
1978	The Sausage Chase	-	Flop	Similar →
1978	Lam Ah Chun	-	Flop	Similar →
1978	ICAC: Steak Fee	-	Flop	Similar →

Bau Hon-Lam - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Bau Hon-Lam?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bau Hon-Lam is "All for the Gamblers" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Bau Hon-Lam acted in?

Bau Hon-Lam has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Bau Hon-Lam?

Other notable films include "God of Gamblers", "Tricky Brains", and "Private Life".