Samuel Yau Man-Shing - Actor Profile

Samuel Yau Man-Shing

Acting
Freshness: Jan 24, 2026
15Total Films
7.6 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 4, 1963
Birth Place: Hong Kong, China

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Samuel Yau Man-Shing 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 Samuel Yau Man-Shing'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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Samuel Yau Man-Shing remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Mad Phoenix, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Samuel Yau Man-Shing Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Samuel Yau Man-Shing's career based on audience ratings.

★7.6
The Mad Phoenix (1997) movie poster
★7.6

The Mad Phoenix: A Cantonese librettist enjoys immense popularity over the course of decades, followed by decline.

The Mad Phoenix

1997•Drama
★7.5
The Mission (1999) movie poster
★7.5

The Mission: Triad boss Lung, who has just escaped being killed in an assassination attempt hires the killers Curtis, James, Mike, Ro

The Mission

1999•Action
★7.3
Running Out of Time (1999) movie poster
★7.3

Running Out of Time: Police inspector and excellent hostage negotiator Ho Sheung-Sang finds himself in over his head when he is pulled into a

Running Out of Time

1999•Drama
★7.1
The Sparring Partner (2022) movie poster
★7.1

The Sparring Partner: Adapted from a sensational real-life case in 2013, the intricate story begins when a young man partners with his friend

The Sparring Partner

2022•Crime
★6.5
The White Storm (2013) movie poster
★6.5

The White Storm: An operation in Thailand against a notorious drug lord changes the destiny of a Hong Kong Police Department narcotic tea

The White Storm

2013•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Samuel Yau Man-Shing.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Smashing Frank Mr. Hui Average Similar →
2024 The Perks of Being Wild - Average Similar →
2022 The Sparring Partner Lee Kin Shing Hit Similar →
2021 Cinema Quietude Janitor Flop Similar →
2016 Cold War II Legislative Council Member Average Similar →
2014 Ghostless Horror Boss Lai Flop Similar →
2013 The White Storm Cheng Tai-Kwan Hit Similar →
2013 Sometimes Naive - Flop Similar →
2005 Divergence Editor Hit Similar →
2003 Hidden Track Po's Brother-in-law Average Similar →
2001 Love Me, Love My Money Fatty Average Similar →
2001 Visible Secret Ah Kow Average Similar →
1999 The Mission Scared Bodyguard Super Hit Similar →
1999 Running Out of Time Bank Robber Hit Similar →
1997 The Mad Phoenix - Super Hit Similar →

Samuel Yau Man-Shing - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Samuel Yau Man-Shing?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Samuel Yau Man-Shing is "The Mad Phoenix" with a rating of 7.6/10.

How many movies has Samuel Yau Man-Shing acted in?

Samuel Yau Man-Shing has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Samuel Yau Man-Shing?

Other notable films include "The Mission", "Running Out of Time", and "The Sparring Partner".