Kelly Lai Chen - Actor Profile

Kelly Lai Chen

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
28Total Films
8.1 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 3, 1933
Birth Place: Shanghai, China

Kelly Lai Chen Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Kelly Lai Chen reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 28 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Kelly Lai Chen's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 25% of Kelly Lai Chen'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 In the Mood for Love, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Kelly Lai Chen Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kelly Lai Chen's career based on audience ratings.

★8.1
In the Mood for Love (2000) movie poster
★8.1

In the Mood for Love: Two neighbors form a strong bond after both suspect extramarital activities of their spouses. However, they agree to kee

In the Mood for Love

2000•Drama
★8.0
The Greatest Civil War on Earth (1961) movie poster
★8.0

The Greatest Civil War on Earth: A Cantonese tailor by the name of Cheung crosses swords with a tailor from Northern China, Li Si Bao over issues of a cu

The Greatest Civil War on Earth

1961•Comedy
★8.0
Father Takes a Bride (1963) movie poster
★8.0

Father Takes a Bride: A young lady has taken the place of caring for her two younger brothers since the death of their mother. She is content

Father Takes a Bride

1963•Music
★7.0
The Magic Lamp (1964) movie poster
★7.0

The Magic Lamp: Adapted from one of China's most well-known fairy tales, the Goddess of Mount Hua falls in love with a young mortal scho

The Magic Lamp

1964•Drama
★7.0
Forever Yours (1960) movie poster
★7.0

Forever Yours: The star crossed romance of Yu LiYing, an office worker at the local bottling plant, and Weiming (Kelly Lai Chen), an in

Forever Yours

1960•Romance

Full Filmography

Every movie Kelly Lai Chen has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2000 In the Mood for Love Mr. Ho Super Hit Similar →
1996 Young and Dangerous 2 Lui Jan / Lui Kung Hit Similar →
1972 The Ghost - Flop Similar →
1969 The Partisan Lovers - Flop Similar →
1968 Red Plum Pavilion Scholar Flop Similar →
1968 Duel at the Supreme Gate Sun Tai Yong Average Similar →
1964 The Magic Lamp Heavenly Dog Hit Similar →
1964 The Imperial Lady - Flop Similar →
1964 The Greatest Love Affair on Earth Wu Sha-Sheng Flop Similar →
1963 Father Takes a Bride Sun Chuan Super Hit Similar →
1963 Father and Son - Flop Similar →
1963 Because of Her Du Ziping Flop Similar →
1962 Her Pearly Tears - Flop Similar →
1962 It's Always Spring Zhengsheng Flop Similar →
1961 Education of Love Shi Jie/Zhang Shijie Flop Similar →
1961 The Greatest Civil War on Earth - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Beauty Parade - Flop Similar →
1960 Dreams Come True - Flop Similar →
1960 The Bedside Story - Flop Similar →
1960 Forever Yours - Hit Similar →
1960 Corpses at Large - Flop Similar →
1960 Bachelors Beware - Flop Similar →
1959 Lady on the Roof Situ Dawei Flop Similar →
1959 My Darling Sister - Flop Similar →
1959 Air Hostess Li Wen-Pin Flop Similar →
1959 Our Dream Car Ma Zhengkang Flop Similar →
1957 Our Sister Hedy Heyan (HE Yan) Hit Similar →
1957 Golden Lotus Cheng Qing You Flop Similar →

Kelly Lai Chen - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kelly Lai Chen?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kelly Lai Chen is "In the Mood for Love" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Kelly Lai Chen acted in?

Kelly Lai Chen has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kelly Lai Chen?

Other notable films include "The Greatest Civil War on Earth", "Father Takes a Bride", and "The Magic Lamp".

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