Ching Miao
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Ching Miao (Chinese: 井淼, March 15, 1913 – 1989) was a Taiwanese actor born in Shandong, China. He had appeared in over 190 films, mostly in Hong Kong for the Shaw Brothers Studio. He won the Best Supporting Actor for Golden Horse Awards twice, for Between Tears and Smiles (1964) and Too Late for Love (1967) respectively. Actress Ching Li is his daughter.
Ching Miao Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ching Miao reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ching Miao's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Ching Miao's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Adulteress, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ching Miao Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ching Miao's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ching Miao has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Opium and the Kung Fu Master | Villager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Shaolin and Wu Tang | Wu Tang Chief Wo-Tao | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Lady Assassin | Emperor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Tiger Killer | Xiaofeng's grandfather | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Buddha's Palm | Patriarch of Liu family | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Passing Flickers | Dr Zhao | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Ambitious Kung Fu Girl | Tian Bai Shi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Duel of the Century | Li Yianbei | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Martial Club | Watches the Lion Dance | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Return of the Sentimental Swordsman | Bai Xiao Sheng | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Bat Without Wings | Shangguan Wangsun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Clan of the White Lotus | Paper Shop Boss | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Dirty Ho | Art Admirer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Kung Fu Instructor | Zhou Zhen Xian | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Shaolin Rescuers | Magistrate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Full Moon Scimitar | Tung Fang Bu Bai | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Heroes of the East | Ho To's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Crippled Avengers | Master Li Jing Ying | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Proud Youth | Leng Ruojun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Clan of Amazons | One of Lu's Friends | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Pursuit of Vengeance | Xue Bin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Sentimental Swordsman | Shaolin Abbot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Death Duel | Keeper Shih Wang-Sun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Adventures of Emperor Chien Lung | Chief Editor Ji Xiao-Lan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Jade Tiger | Zhao Jian | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Mad Monk | Qin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Web of Death | Priest Tian Suan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Magic Blade | Chiu Shui Ching | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Empress Dowager | Official Yung Lu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Kidnap | Wang Hsi Jen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Young Passion | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Scandal | Treasury Commissioner Qian | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Facets of Love | Huang | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Bastard | Gu Chang Bo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The 14 Amazons | Minister Wang Ching | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Water Margin | Master Tseng Chang Kuan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Duel of Fists | Fan Ke's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Anonymous Heroes | Marshall Chin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Lady Professional | Fei Qingyan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Twelve Gold Medallions | Jin Yan Tang | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Winged Tiger | Chief of Huashan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Have Sword, Will Travel | Lord Yin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Three Smiles | Grand Tutor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Killers Five | Niu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Silent Swordsman | Chief Mumaiti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Mermaid | Judge Pao | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Last Woman of Shang | Viscount Chi Chang | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Adulteress | Governor Kuai Ju-Hsiang | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Love Eterne | Ying-Tai's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Romance at Lung Shan Temple | - | Hit | Similar → |
Ching Miao - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ching Miao?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ching Miao is "The Adulteress" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ching Miao acted in?
Ching Miao has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ching Miao?
Other notable films include "Kidnap", "Buddha's Palm", and "The Jade Tiger".