James Tien Chun
ActingAbout James Tien Chun
James Tien-Chun (Chinese: 田俊; born 28 May 1942) is a Hong Kong actor from Guangdong, China. He appeared in almost 70 films, primarily in Hong Kong action cinema, including roles in the films of martial arts stars including Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung. He often played villains or supporting roles. He retired from the Hong Kong film industry in 1996.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Tien Chun reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of James Tien Chun'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 70% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Tien Chun remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in My Wacky, Wacky World, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best James Tien Chun Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Tien Chun's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James Tien Chun.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Blade of Fury | Bandit Leader | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Inspector Wears Skirts IV | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Lee Rock II | Silverfish | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Lee Rock | Silverfish | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Money Maker | Lacha | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Lady Reporter | Assistant Prosecutor | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Spooky, Spooky | Villager (opening scene) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Hero of Tomorrow | Officer Tso | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Dragons Forever | Boss Feng | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Last Eunuch In China | General Lei | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Eastern Condors | Angry Customer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | My Cousin, the Ghost | Restaurant Manager | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Righting Wrongs | Johnny Kwong / Chou Ting-kuang | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Lucky Stars Go Places | Police Special Force Commander | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Millionaires' Express | Shi Yu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Yes, Madam! | Henry Tin Wai Keung | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Heart of Dragon | Mr. Kim Tin Chun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars | Boss Lau Yan Foo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | My Lucky Stars | Prison Warden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Return of Pom Pom | Insp. Tien | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Pom Pom | Inspector Tien | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Winners and Sinners | Chan Chiu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Carry On Pickpocket | Sgt Wu's Superior | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Prodigal Son | Broken Right Arm Fighter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Chu Liu Hsiang and Hu Tieh Hua | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Dragon Fist | Fang Kang | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Fearless Hyena | Chen Peng-fei | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Half a Loaf of Kung Fu | Master Mao | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Magnificent Bodyguards | Tsang | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Game of Death | Charlie Wang | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Iron-Fisted Monk | Shaolin Instructor | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Shaolin Plot | Little Tiger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Hand of Death | Commander Shih | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Last Message | Bike Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | My Wacky, Wacky World | Fake villager | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Dragon Tamers | Nan Kung | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Tattooed Dragon | Jun Lee Kwan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | A Man Called Tiger | Liu Han Ming | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Fist of Fury | Fan Chun-hsia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Big Boss | Hsiu Chien | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Crimson Charm | Red-gowned Chief Au-Yang Kwun | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Duel for Gold | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Invincible Eight | Lei Kuei | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Twelve Gold Medallions | Juxian Hall Member | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Brothers Five | Bandit | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Eagle's Claw | Security guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Dark Rendezvous | Thug | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Golden Sword | One of the 3 Cripples | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Raw Courage | Checkpoint officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | That Fiery Girl | - | Hit | Similar → |
James Tien Chun - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Tien Chun?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Tien Chun is "My Wacky, Wacky World" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has James Tien Chun acted in?
James Tien Chun has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Tien Chun?
Other notable films include "A Man Called Tiger", "The Tattooed Dragon", and "Last Eunuch In China".