Teddy Robin
ActingAbout Teddy Robin
Wai Pang Kwan (Chinese: 關維鵬; born 20 March 1945 in Guilin, Guangxi), known professionally as Teddy Robin (Chinese: 泰迪羅賓), is a Hong Kong English pop singer-songwriter, actor, and director and producer. He began his music career in mid 1960s when Hong Kong English pop was at its peak. He formed a rock and roll band with his friends called Teddy Robin and the Playboys while Teddy was the vocal and guitarist. The band was the first Chinese-led rock band in Hong Kong. The band became a massive hit in Hong Kong. From the 70s, Teddy started to get involved in the movie industry. in 1979, he was the producer of his first movie (Cops and Robbers 點指兵兵). He then played a pivotal role at the Pearl City Production Company and Cinema City Company Limited.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Teddy Robin reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 32 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Teddy Robin'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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Teddy Robin remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Run Tiger Run, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Teddy Robin Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Teddy Robin's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Teddy Robin.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | No Time For Goodbye | Paul Kong | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Band Four | King | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | A Lifetime Treasure | Ben Chow Tai-Bun | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Lucid Dreams | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Doomsday Party | Yue Chung-tak | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Tales from the Dark 2 | Uncle Lam | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Allure of Tears | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Merry-Go-Round | Uncle Hill / Lam San | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame | Wang Lu (after face-lift) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Gallants | Master Law Sun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | All's Well, Ends Well '97 | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Hong Kong Graffiti | Johnny K | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Temptation of a Monk | Soldier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Cageman | Tong San | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Twin Dragons | Tarzan (Tyson) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Banquet | Soccer Player | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Great Pretenders | Mr. Giant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | To Spy with Love!! | Terry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Three Against the World | Cho Fei Fan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | 7½ Detectives | Detective Robin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Eighth Happiness | Hsiu-Fang's Husband | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | You're My Destiny | Burly / Huge Ben | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Legend of Wisely | David Ko | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Working Class | Hing | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Run Tiger Run | Teddy Shit | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Lifeline Express | Tiger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Banana Cop | Chiu Din Bao / Ping Pong Ball | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | All the Wrong Spies | Inspector Teddy Robin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | It Takes Two | Clothes Peddler | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | All the Wrong Clues | Chief Inspector Robin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Cops and Robbers | Johnny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Price of Love | Lin Wu-sheng | Flop | Similar → |
Teddy Robin - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Teddy Robin?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Teddy Robin is "Run Tiger Run" with a rating of 9.2/10.
How many movies has Teddy Robin acted in?
Teddy Robin has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Teddy Robin?
Other notable films include "All the Wrong Clues", "All the Wrong Spies", and "Cops and Robbers".