Cheng Kang-Yeh
ActingAbout Cheng Kang-Yeh
Known for his boyish looks, skills as a dancer, and comedic timing Cheng Kang-Yeh was a fixture of many mid 70's Shaw Brothers films. He was married to Hong Kong Singer & Actress Deanie Ip from 1966 to 1973.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Cheng Kang-Yeh 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: Action
The majority of Cheng Kang-Yeh's filmography leans towards the Action 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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Cheng Kang-Yeh remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Layout, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Cheng Kang-Yeh Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Cheng Kang-Yeh's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Cheng Kang-Yeh.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Just Heroes | Bill | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Devil Hunters | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | A Fist Full of Talons | 4 Seasons | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Ghost Nursing | Chen's Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Dragon Lord | Kang | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Kung Fu Zombie | Fang's Servant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Daggers 8 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Young Master | Master Tien's Student | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Snake Deadly Act | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Young Avenger | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Big Boss of Shanghai | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Kung Fu Genius | Cheng Kang Yip | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Snake in the Monkey's Shadow | Yan #2 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Mad Mad Kung Fu | Lung Chan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Heroes of the East | Shou Kwan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Dirty Kung Fu | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Dirty Tiger, Crazy Frog | Coffin King | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Flying Guillotine II | Sui Sheng Piu | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Clumsy Gambler | Mo Lai-see | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Executioners from Shaolin | Xiaohu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Layout | Hsiao Lu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Challenge of the Masters | Tsang Hang | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Killer Clans | Feng Hao | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Heroes of the Underground | Wu San-Xian | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Big Holdup | Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Forbidden Tales of Two Cities | Kang Li | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Gossip Street | Rat | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Hong Kong 73 | Burglar | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Scandal | Shoemaker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The House of 72 Tenants | Shanghai man | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Pirate | Secret Agent | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Facets of Love | Huang Long | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Villains | Feng's Comrade | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Blood Brothers | Ma's Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Killer | Kung fu school student | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Angry Guest | Murdered Jin Long Student | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Boxer from Shantung | Hsiao Chiang Bei | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Deadly Duo | Killed by Golden Dragon | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Anonymous Heroes | Marshall's Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Duel | Hsiao Mao | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The New One-Armed Swordsman | Lung's Disciple | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Iron Buddha | Inn waiter | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Heroic Ones | King Jin's Bodyguard Reporting Escape | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Have Sword, Will Travel | Yang Hang Chiu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Three Smiles | 2nd Young Master | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Assassin | Tzu's Attendant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Hong Kong Nocturne | Wang Ming | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Angel with the Iron Fists | Dark Angel's member dressed as woman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Perfumed Arrow | Du's Page | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Dancing Millionairess | Dancer | Average | Similar → |
Cheng Kang-Yeh - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Cheng Kang-Yeh?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Cheng Kang-Yeh is "Layout" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has Cheng Kang-Yeh acted in?
Cheng Kang-Yeh has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Cheng Kang-Yeh?
Other notable films include "The Clumsy Gambler", "Snake in the Monkey's Shadow", and "The Young Avenger".