Hou Tianlai

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

15Total Films

6.4 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 1, 1958

Birth Place: Changchun, Jilin Province, China

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Hou Tianlai reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Hou Tianlai's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Hou Tianlai remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Only the River Flows, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Hou Tianlai Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Hou Tianlai's career based on audience ratings.

★6.4

Only the River Flows (2023) movie poster

★6.4

Only the River Flows: Dedicated police detective Ma Zhe is tasked with solving a series of brutal murders in a rural Chinese town. As pressure

Only the River Flows

2023•Thriller

★6.0

★6.0

My Dad is an Alien: The father who wants to become a full score alone to raise his daughter, even in order to let his daughter to go to a be

My Dad is an Alien

2024•Drama

★5.8

Battle of Xiangjiang River (2017) movie poster

★5.8

Battle of Xiangjiang River: From November 27, 1934 to December 1, the Red Army fought with the Kuomintang army in Xing'an County, Quanzhou County an

Battle of Xiangjiang River

2017•History

★5.5

★5.5

Polar Rescue: A young boy, Lele, goes missing in the Changbai mountains after an argument with this father. Approaching the vital 48 h

Polar Rescue

2022•Adventure

★5.0

Ballet in the Flames of War:

Ballet in the Flames of War

2015•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Hou Tianlai.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	火中金	-	Flop	Similar →
2024	My Dad is an Alien	老王	Average	Similar →
2023	Only the River Flows	Chief of Police	Average	Similar →
2023	Lies My Father Told Me	-	Flop	Similar →
2022	Polar Rescue	Chief Bai of Police Station	Average	Similar →
2018	Neiliansheng Legend	-	Flop	Similar →
2018	The Taste of Apple	Boss Tao	Flop	Similar →
2017	Battle of Xiangjiang River	何健	Average	Similar →
2016	Chinese Wine	曹镜湖	Flop	Similar →
2015	Ballet in the Flames of War	赵德春	Flop	Similar →
2015	The Angel: The Prescription For Life	老院长	Flop	Similar →
2014	Winds And Clouds In 1927	李家彪	Flop	Similar →
2012	渡江！渡江！	-	Flop	Similar →
1990	Imperial Buddhist Nun	新王	Flop	Similar →
1982	最后一个皇妃	-	Flop	Similar →

Hou Tianlai - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Hou Tianlai?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hou Tianlai is "Only the River Flows" with a rating of 6.4/10.

How many movies has Hou Tianlai acted in?

Hou Tianlai has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Hou Tianlai?

Other notable films include "My Dad is an Alien", "Battle of Xiangjiang River", and "Polar Rescue".