Shum Lo
ActingAbout Shum Lo
Shum Lo was born in 1925 in Kaifeng, Henan. He joined Shaw Brothers and became various directors' favorite actor, especially in the martial arts genre. He had a filmography of over 100 titles spanning from the 1960s to 1980s, half of them martial arts films. A veteran supporting actor, Shum Lo is best summarized as "the essential green leaf behind the blossoming flowers".
Shum Lo Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Shum Lo 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 Shum Lo's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 94% of Shum Lo'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 Pursuit of a Killer, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Shum Lo Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Shum Lo's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Shum Lo has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Sworn Brothers | Chui's Father-in-Law | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Pursuit of a Killer | Brother San | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Disciples of the 36th Chamber | Teacher | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Opium and the Kung Fu Master | Villager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Shaolin Intruders | Tavern boss | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Bastard Swordsman | Thundering Prognosticator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Tiger Killer | Mr Hu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Buddha's Palm | Jia Ru of Dark Moon Clan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Fake Ghost Catchers | Magistrate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Passing Flickers | Movie producer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Teenage Dreamers | Parent at Police Station | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Shaolin Prince | Master Xia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Duel of the Century | Hermit Pine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Return of the Sentimental Swordsman | Boss at Eatery | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Bat Without Wings | Waiter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Emperor Chien Lung and the Beauty | Eunuch Ho Te-Ching | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Magnificent Ruffians | Cashier Zhuo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Dirty Ho | The Emperor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Shaolin Abbot | Head Abbot | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Kung Fu Instructor | Chow Ping's Uncle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Monkey Kung Fu | Restaurant owner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Full Moon Scimitar | 3rd Master's Servant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Voyage of Emperor Chien Lung | Flower Draw's manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Five Venoms | Fruit Vendor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Clan of Amazons | One of Lu's Friends | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The 36th Chamber of Shaolin | Abbot in Charge of Dining Hall | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Pursuit of Vengeance | Ding Qiu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Sentimental Swordsman | Hua Feng | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Death Duel | Ferryman for Divine Sword Mansion (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Adventures of Emperor Chien Lung | Man offer to pay tax for Qing | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Jade Tiger | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Executioners from Shaolin | Uncle Fang | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Mad Monk | Villager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Spiritual Boxer | Bun / Noodle Stall Boss | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Empress Dowager | Eunuch Wang Shang | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Flying Guillotine | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Village of Tigers | Bandit | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Happiest Moment | Mr Hua | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Delinquent | Butcher (Stepfather) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Man of Iron | Gambler at Poker Table | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The 14 Amazons | Hsia Tower Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Water Margin | Chief clerk Chang (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Boxer from Shantung | Tea House Owner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The New One-Armed Swordsman | Blacksmith Ba | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Guess Who Killed My Twelve Lovers? | Village Chief Wang | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Twelve Gold Medallions | Fulai Innkeeper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Bells of Death | Pays Ye for a Hit (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | King Drummer | Uncle Chang | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Thundering Sword | Tak Mong | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Come Drink with Me | Jade Faced Tiger's Man | Hit | Similar → |
Shum Lo - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Shum Lo?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shum Lo is "Pursuit of a Killer" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Shum Lo acted in?
Shum Lo has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Shum Lo?
Other notable films include "King Drummer", "Buddha's Palm", and "Sworn Brothers".