David Lo Dai-Wai - Actor Profile

David Lo Dai-Wai

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
24Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 18, 1944
Birth Place: Shanghai, China

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of David Lo Dai-Wai reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 24 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of David Lo Dai-Wai'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 4% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), David Lo Dai-Wai remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Crazy 17, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best David Lo Dai-Wai Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from David Lo Dai-Wai's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0
Crazy 17 (1984) movie poster
★7.0

Crazy 17: Two clutzy teenage girls accidentally steal money from a gangster. Now, with a vicious criminal after them, the girls mu

Crazy 17

1984•Comedy
★6.3
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star (1983) movie poster
★6.3

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star: This is an extremely rare example of science fiction, Hong Kong style, but, fittingly, it's unlike any sci-fi flick you'

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

1983•Music
★6.3
Mortuary Blues (1990) movie poster
★6.3

Mortuary Blues: On a remote island off Hong Kong, its rich and happy inhabitants are celebrating an annual ritual by staging an operatic

Mortuary Blues

1990•Comedy
★6.3
Operation Scorpio (1992) movie poster
★6.3

Operation Scorpio: After an aspiring comic book artist rescues a young girl from a prostitution ring, he submits to the teachings of an agi

Operation Scorpio

1992•Action
★6.0
Where's Officer Tuba? (1986) movie poster
★6.0

Where's Officer Tuba?: Tuba is a fainthearted cop who prefers to play in the brass section of the police band to pounding the streets. One day,

Where's Officer Tuba?

1986•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of David Lo Dai-Wai.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2010 72 Tenants of Prosperity 70's Police District Commander Chan Flop Similar →
2007 Hooked on You Uncle Right Average Similar →
1996 Another Chinese Cop - Flop Similar →
1992 The Big Deal Commissioner Average Similar →
1992 Operation Scorpio Principal Chen Average Similar →
1990 Mortuary Blues Sergeant Li Ching Wen Average Similar →
1986 Where's Officer Tuba? David Average Similar →
1986 Why, Why, Tell Me Why!! - Average Similar →
1985 Carry On Doctors and Nurses Triad Boss Patient Flop Similar →
1985 Ninja Strike - Average Similar →
1984 The Owl vs Bombo Man Asked for Directions and Light Flop Similar →
1984 Crazy 17 - Hit Similar →
1984 Mr. Virgin Man in lift Average Similar →
1983 The Fung-shui Master - Flop Similar →
1983 Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Mr. Kuo / Mr. Kwok Average Similar →
1982 My Beloved - Flop Similar →
1982 The 82 Tenants Ah Biu Flop Similar →
1981 Father and Son Wong Cheng-Bo Average Similar →
1979 Yangcheng Spring Festival Gala/Guangzhou and Hong Kong Spring Festival Gala - Flop Similar →
1978 ICAC: Steak Fee - Flop Similar →
1978 Their Private Lives Wei Kang Flop Similar →
1977 Prostitute Loves Police - Flop Similar →
1976 CID: Four Moments of Life (Dawn, Noon, Dusk, Night) - Flop Similar →
1975 The Witch - Flop Similar →

David Lo Dai-Wai - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of David Lo Dai-Wai?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Lo Dai-Wai is "Crazy 17" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has David Lo Dai-Wai acted in?

David Lo Dai-Wai has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by David Lo Dai-Wai?

Other notable films include "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star", "Mortuary Blues", and "Operation Scorpio".