Tom Yi
ActingAbout Tom Yi
His work credits include numerous regional and national commercials, as well as roles in episodic television, including a recurring role on FX's The Shield (2002) as Detective Rodriguez. One of his favorite working experiences was a small role on The West Wing (1999), where he received valuable career advice from Martin Sheen. Other notable appearances on comedy series are Monk (2002), The Office (2005), Men of a Certain Age (2009) and season four of Arrested Development (2003). Recognized for his role as Rabbi Chang, brother to Ken Jeong Señor Chang, on the NBC's Community (2009). Comedic film credits include roles in Senior Skip Day (2008), Bridesmaids (2011) - directed by Paul Feig and This Is 40 (2012) - directed by Judd Apatow. In 2013 he departs from comedy and plays Mr. Cali in a Science Fiction film, The Purge (2013), written and directed by James DeMonaco, starring Ethan Hawke and Lena Headey.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Tom Yi reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Tom Yi'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 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Tom Yi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Plus One, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Tom Yi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tom Yi's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tom Yi.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Greatest Hits | Tom Park | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Your Place or Mine | Professor | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Umma | Mr. Kang | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | 3 Days with Dad | Dr. Cho | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Plus One | Mitch Mori | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Ghostbusters | Flashed Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Alex of Venice | Judge Sawyer | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Murder of a Cat | Rogin Kim | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Drew Peterson: Untouchable | Medical Examiner | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Purge | Mr. Cali | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | This Is 40 | Charlotte's Teacher | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Bridesmaids | Jewelry Store Couple | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Senior Skip Day | Mr. Lee Cheng | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Interruptions | Mr. Park | Flop | Similar → |
Tom Yi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tom Yi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tom Yi is "Plus One" with a rating of 6.9/10.
How many movies has Tom Yi acted in?
Tom Yi has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tom Yi?
Other notable films include "Bridesmaids", "The Greatest Hits", and "Your Place or Mine".