Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan
ActingAbout Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan
Originally from Hong Kong, Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan began his career as an actor with the 1970 Hong Kong action film "Kung Fu Vengeance". He then teamed up with Jackie Chan, acting as his personal stunt man and action director in the films The "Young Master" (1980), "Dragon Strike "(1982), and Jackie Chan's "Project A" (1983). More recently, he decided to come to Los Angeles to pursue Hollywood filmmaking. He has attended the UCLA Extension Entertainment Studies program in order to do this, as well as becoming 2nd Unit Director in 2004 on Russ Emanuel's GWG: Girl With Gun, a Russem Productions film.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 45 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan's filmography leans towards the Action 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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Avenging Eagle, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Project A | Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Dragon Lord | Smuggler | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Swift Sword | Leng family/Cold-Blooded Five | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Young Master | Ah Chan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Shaolin Disciple | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Kung Fu Cook | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Heaven and Hell | Yan Tinzan | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Blind Fist of Bruce | Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Shaolin Abbot | Shaolin recruit Hong Xi-Guan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Kung Fu Instructor | Zhou Clan's Fighter | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Snake Shadow, Lama Fist | Captain Lau Tung | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Fist of Fury 3 | Martial arts student | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Reckless Cricket | Eagle Style | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Bruce Le's Greatest Revenge | Ah Chai | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Avenging Eagle | Eagle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Brave Archer 2 | Tsuen Jen Taoist Tam Chue Duen | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Life Gamble | Wu Hao | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Pursuit of Vengeance | Guo Wei's Son | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Judgement of an Assassin | Chen Sai Chang | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Brave Archer | Kuo Sau-Tien | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Naval Commandos | Sgt. Shao Kang Fa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Shaolin Temple | Zhu Dao | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Shaolin Avengers | Fang Xiaoyu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Boxer Rebellion | Chang Chun Jiang | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Four Assassins | Huang Zong-Han | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | All Men Are Brothers | Ruan Xiao Wu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Five Shaolin Masters | Patriot Killed by Chang Chin Chiu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Shaolin Martial Arts | Mai Han | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Friends | Chen Xing | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Men from the Monastery | Nian Rui Qing | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Heroes Two | Nien Shui Ching | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Pirate | Ma Ping | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Blood Brothers | Ma's Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Trilogy of Swordsmanship | Tiger | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Water Margin | Tseng Sheng | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Angry Guest | Murdered Jin Long Student | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Boxer from Shantung | One of Ma's Men (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Deadly Duo | Hero Yung Yi | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Anonymous Heroes | Marshall's Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Duel | Ah San (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The New One-Armed Swordsman | Lung's Disciple (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Lady Hermit | Black Demon's Thug (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Heroic Ones | King Jin's Bodyguard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Vengeance! | Jin's Thug (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Golden Sword | Beggar | Average | Similar → |
Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan is "The Avenging Eagle" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan acted in?
Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan?
Other notable films include "Five Shaolin Masters", "Life Gamble", and "Project A".