Mak Shu-San - Actor Profile

Mak Shu-San

Acting
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
33Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mak Shu-San reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 33 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Action

The majority of Mak Shu-San'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 55% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Mak Shu-San remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Other ½ & the Other ½, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Mak Shu-San Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Mak Shu-San's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0
The Other ½ & the Other ½ (1988) movie poster
★8.0

The Other ½ & the Other ½: Clara Law's debut feature deals with her common theme of emigration as two people, man and woman, from separate couples,

The Other ½ & the Other ½

1988•Drama
★8.0
Doctor's Heart (1990) movie poster
★8.0

Doctor's Heart: An idealistic hospital intern contends with cost-cutting measures and endemic corruption while lusting after a sweet soc

Doctor's Heart

1990•Drama
★7.7
Fallen Angels (1995) movie poster
★7.7

Fallen Angels: An assassin goes through obstacles as he attempts to escape his violent lifestyle despite the opposition of his partner,

Fallen Angels

1995•Action
★7.2
Project A Part II (1987) movie poster
★7.2

Project A Part II: Dragon is now transferred to be the police head of Sai Wan district, and has to contend with a gangster kingpin, anti-Ma

Project A Part II

1987•Action
★7.2
God of Gamblers (1989) movie poster
★7.2

God of Gamblers: Ko Chun, a renowned gambler, loses his memory in an accident and starts behaving like a child. Little Knife, an amateur

God of Gamblers

1989•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mak Shu-San.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1996 The Eighth - Flop Similar →
1995 Fallen Angels Tenant Super Hit Similar →
1995 The Chinese Feast PRC Cooking Contest Judge Hit Similar →
1993 First Shot - Average Similar →
1993 Hitman Blues - Flop Similar →
1992 Casino Tycoon Dices Listener Hit Similar →
1991 To Catch A Thief Mahjong Player Average Similar →
1991 Phantom War - Flop Similar →
1990 Skinny Tiger, Fatty Dragon (extra) (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1990 Doctor's Heart Chun's Relative Super Hit Similar →
1990 The Fun, the Luck & the Tycoon Party Guest Average Similar →
1989 God of Gamblers Gambler Hit Similar →
1989 A Punch to Revenge - Average Similar →
1989 Vampire Vs. Vampire Village Committee Member Average Similar →
1989 Seven Warriors Villager Average Similar →
1989 Doubles Cause Troubles Doctor Average Similar →
1989 Burning Ambition - Hit Similar →
1989 Killer Angels - Hit Similar →
1989 The Bachelor's Swan Song Provision Shopkeeper Hit Similar →
1988 The Crazy Companies II Wedding Guest Hit Similar →
1988 Last Romance - Average Similar →
1988 On the Run Uncle Kuei Hit Similar →
1988 Painted Faces Cake Seller (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1988 City Warriors - Hit Similar →
1988 Police Story 2 Mall Merchant (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1988 The Other ½ & the Other ½ Man queuing for public phone Super Hit Similar →
1987 Project A Part II Party Guest Hit Similar →
1987 Rich and Famous Pastor Hit Similar →
1987 Life is a Moment Doctor Flop Similar →
1986 The Ghost Snatchers Party Guest Average Similar →
1986 Royal Warriors - Hit Similar →
1985 The Unwritten Law - Flop Similar →
1984 Profile in Anger - Average Similar →

Mak Shu-San - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Mak Shu-San?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mak Shu-San is "The Other ½ & the Other ½" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Mak Shu-San acted in?

Mak Shu-San has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Mak Shu-San?

Other notable films include "Doctor's Heart", "Fallen Angels", and "Project A Part II".