Billy Lau Nam-Kwong - Actor Profile

Billy Lau Nam-Kwong

Acting
Freshness: Jan 31, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 3, 1954
Birth Place: Hong Kong, British Crown Colony

About Billy Lau Nam-Kwong

Billy Lau Nam-Kwong (Chinese: 樓南光, born 3 April 1954) is a Hong Kong film actor. He is best known for playing the Police Captain in Mr. Vampire (1985), and went on to be cast in similar roles. He has appeared in many comedy and horror films.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Billy Lau Nam-Kwong reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Billy Lau Nam-Kwong'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 60% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Billy Lau Nam-Kwong remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in No Compromise, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Billy Lau Nam-Kwong Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Billy Lau Nam-Kwong's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
No Compromise (1988) movie poster
★10.0

No Compromise: A cop goes after a husband-and-wife team of criminals who are expecting the birth of their first child.

No Compromise

1988•Crime
★10.0
Mr. Smart (1989) movie poster
★10.0

Mr. Smart: Smart (Kent Cheng), a sailor, returns from sea to his family to help with the family business and raise money for repair

Mr. Smart

1989•Comedy
★9.0
Heaven Can Help (1984) movie poster
★9.0

Heaven Can Help: Mak is an optimist. He is driven to despair after a series of depressing events and got himself into a car accident. As

Heaven Can Help

1984•Comedy
★8.0
The Lost Legend (2023) movie poster
★8.0

The Lost Legend: In a Southeast Asian country, the Chinese geomancer Chen Wuji, in his quest to find a cure and save lives, fell victim t

The Lost Legend

2023•Horror
★7.6
My Family (1986) movie poster
★7.6

My Family: The Ng family: Doctor Ng, Mrs. Ng, Ng Chee (little daughter), Ng Lei and Ng Choi (son and daughter of Doctor Ng and his

My Family

1986•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Billy Lau Nam-Kwong.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Shushan Devil Jia Zhengjing Hit Similar →
2023 The Lost Legend 王无忌 Super Hit Similar →
2023 Exorcism - Average Similar →
2023 The Puppet Huang Dacheng Average Similar →
2023 The Haunting - Average Similar →
2021 Junior Agent Zhu Dafu Average Similar →
2019 Ip Man and Four Kings Master Fang Average Similar →
2018 Master Z: Ip Man Legacy Kwan's Board Member Hit Similar →
2018 Big Brother Gladys' Father Hit Similar →
2017 Dealer/Healer Drug den boss Average Similar →
2013 Rigor Mortis Cook Average Similar →
2012 A Simple Life Mobster A Super Hit Similar →
2007 Kung Fu Mahjong 3 - Average Similar →
1999 Tender Heart - Hit Similar →
1995 Only Fools Fall in Love Sha Sam Hit Similar →
1992 The Inspector Wears Skirts IV Lou Nan Pin Hit Similar →
1992 Mr Vampire 1992 General Average Similar →
1992 Lethal Contact - Average Similar →
1992 Ghost in Me Xiao Lin Super Hit Similar →
1990 The Inspector Wears Skirts III Nam Average Similar →
1990 A Tale from the East Chu Tai-Lit Average Similar →
1990 The Spooky Family - Hit Similar →
1990 The Fortune Code Donald Duck Average Similar →
1989 Vampire Vs. Vampire General Average Similar →
1989 Miracles: The Canton Godfather Ah Tung Hit Similar →
1989 Little Cop Vice Squad Insp. Super Hit Similar →
1989 Mr. Smart Kuang / Kwong Super Hit Similar →
1989 Pedicab Driver Coolie Hit Similar →
1988 The Beloved Son of God - Hit Similar →
1988 Spooky, Spooky Four Eyes Hit Similar →
1988 Police Story 2 Ticketed Truck Driver Hit Similar →
1988 The Inspector Wears Skirts Nam Average Similar →
1988 No Compromise Mr Chan Super Hit Similar →
1987 Mr. Vampire III Captain Chiang Hit Similar →
1987 Eastern Condors Chin Dai-Hoi Hit Similar →
1986 United We Stand - Average Similar →
1986 Lucky Stars Go Places Libbogen / Lib-Bogen Average Similar →
1986 My Family - Super Hit Similar →
1986 Millionaires' Express Train Captain Hit Similar →
1986 The Strange Bedfellow - Hit Similar →
1985 Yes, Madam! Parking Inspector Hit Similar →
1985 Mr. Vampire Wai Hit Similar →
1985 Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars Play Director Hit Similar →
1985 Those Merry Souls Doctor Super Hit Similar →
1985 My Lucky Stars Mental Patient Hit Similar →
1984 Hong Kong 1941 Foreman Average Similar →
1984 Heaven Can Help - Super Hit Similar →
1983 Aces Go Places II Bull's thug Average Similar →
1983 Men from the Gutter Brainless Average Similar →
1982 He Lives by Night Cashier Hit Similar →

Billy Lau Nam-Kwong - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Billy Lau Nam-Kwong?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Billy Lau Nam-Kwong is "No Compromise" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Billy Lau Nam-Kwong acted in?

Billy Lau Nam-Kwong has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Billy Lau Nam-Kwong?

Other notable films include "Mr. Smart", "Heaven Can Help", and "The Lost Legend".