Richard Ng Yiu-Hon
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Richard Ng Yiu-Hon (17 December 1939 – 9 April 2023), also known as Richard Woo, was a Hong Kong actor known for playing comedic roles, particularly in Hong Kong films of the 1980s and 1990s. Ng appeared in 80 films to date. He was twice nominated for the Best Actor Award at the Hong Kong Film Awards, for his roles in Winners and Sinners and Beyond the Sunset. He worked alongside some of the biggest names in Hong Kong action cinema including Jackie Chan, Michelle Yeoh, Andy Lau, and Jet Li. Description above from the Wikipedia article Richard Ng, licensed under CC BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Richard Ng Yiu-Hon reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Richard Ng Yiu-Hon's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 76% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Richard Ng Yiu-Hon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in From Here to Prosperity, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Richard Ng Yiu-Hon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Ng Yiu-Hon's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Richard Ng Yiu-Hon.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Hotel Soul Good | Uncle Bill | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Little Big Master | Mr Ho | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame | Wang Lu (before face-lift) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Echelon Conspiracy | Wong | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Pulau Hantu | Heng's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Happy Birthday | Mai's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | The First Emperor | Chief Minister | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Jiang Hu: The Triad Zone | British Street Vendor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Pale Sky | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Hong Kong Night Club | Yu Ten Sen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Stunt Woman | Detective | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Doctor Mack | Professor Bao | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Kung Fu Cult Master | 韦一笑 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Boys Are Easy | Ching Sing | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Future Cops | Richard Yu | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Handsome Siblings | First Twin Villain / Supremes | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Ghost Punting | Jin Shui / Sandy | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Red Dust | Yu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | License to Steal | Inspector Ta Hsiang Ken | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Till Death Shall We Start | Landal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Family Honor | Ming's husband | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Miracles: The Canton Godfather | Chief Inspector Ho | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Return of the Lucky Stars | Tai Shan / Sandy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Little Cop | Station Insp. | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Spooky, Spooky | East Bay Inspector | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Mistaken Identity | Cheung Kan-Sing | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | In the Line of Duty 3 | Customer at Restaurant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Gaston & Leo in Hong Kong | Agent 008 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Mr. Vampire III | Mao Ming | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Magnificent Warriors | Drifter Conman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Goofy Gang | Yacht Repairman [cameo] | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | My Cousin, the Ghost | Cousin Big / Wu Te Ta | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Pom Pom Strikes Back | Chau | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Lucky Stars Go Places | Sandy | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | My Family | Dr Richard Ng | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Millionaires' Express | Hon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | From Here to Prosperity | Mui Choi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Yes, Madam! | Weak Heart (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Mr. Boo Meets Pom Pom | Chau | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars | Sandy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Those Merry Souls | Fernando Ng | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | My Lucky Stars | Sandy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Wheels on Meals | Mental Patient (Brilliant) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Return of Pom Pom | Chau | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Heaven Can Help | Inspector Chan Siu Ming | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Pom Pom | Chau | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Winners and Sinners | Exhaust Pipe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Itchy Fingers | Hsien | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Money Crazy | Dragon / Liu Fu | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Private Eyes | Police Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
Richard Ng Yiu-Hon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Ng Yiu-Hon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Ng Yiu-Hon is "From Here to Prosperity" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Richard Ng Yiu-Hon acted in?
Richard Ng Yiu-Hon has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Ng Yiu-Hon?
Other notable films include "Heaven Can Help", "Mistaken Identity", and "Little Big Master".