
Michael Paul Chan
ActingAbout Michael Paul Chan
Michael Paul Chan (born June 26, 1950) is an American television and film actor. Some of his recent television work includes Judge Lionel Ping on Arrested Development, Robbery Homicide Division, Dr. Lee in the Joel Schumacher directed "Batman & Robin," the voice of Jimmy Ho on The PJ's, and Detective Michael Tao on the TNT series The Closer. He had a recurring role in The Wonder Years as Mr. Chong. He also played the role of Dr. Louis Rob in Mrs. Harris and appears in the independent film, Americanese. Chan also played the part of the convenience store owner in the 1993 film Falling Down, where he refused to give a discount to Michael Douglas' character when he attempted to purchase a can of soda to get change for the pay telephone outside the store. Recently, he was seen playing the bookie "Andy" on the daytime drama the Young and the Restless. He also provided the voice for an agent of the C.I.A. (Chinese Intelligence Agency) on a 2011 episode of "The Simpsons." He made an appearance on the crime/drama/comedy series "Bones". In 1994, Chan played the character "Roberts" in the episode "The War Prayer" of US TV series Babylon 5. Some of his other movie roles were the Chinese Premier in Megiddo: The Omega Code 2, and as a CIA official, Vincent Vy Ngo, in Spy Game. Chan, a third generation Chinese American, was born in San Francisco, California. He is a founding member of the Asian American Theater Company. He is married with one child. Description above from the Wikipedia article Michael Paul Chan, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Michael Paul Chan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 44 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Michael Paul Chan's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Michael Paul Chan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Insider, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Michael Paul Chan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael Paul Chan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Michael Paul Chan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Between Borders | The Judge | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Ba | Sonny | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Boy Genius | Sam | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Americanese | Jimmy Chan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Mrs. Harris | Dr. Louis Roh | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Masked and Anonymous | Guard | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Spy Game | Vincent Vy Ngo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Glass House | Mr. Kim | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Megiddo: The Omega Code 2 | Chinese Premier | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Ghost | Inspector Wu | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Once in the Life | Buddha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Black & White | Witness | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Insider | Norman the Cameraman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Molly | Domingo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | U.S. Marshals | Chen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Protector | Dr. Anthony Mane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Double Tap | Fung Suk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Batman & Robin | Observatory Scientist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Suddenly | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Sudden Terror: The Hijacking of School Bus #17 | Harry Kee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Paper Dragons | Lee Hongpo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Immortals | Mifune | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Body Chemistry 4: Full Exposure | Judge Hakawa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Galaxis | Manny Hopkins | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Batman Forever | Executive | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | A Friend to Die For | Mr. Kwan | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Maverick | Riverboat Poker Player | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Honor Thy Father and Mother: The True Story of the Menendez Murders | Lester Kuriyama | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Dangerous Heart | Capt. Lin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Joy Luck Club | Harold | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Joshua Tree | Jimmy Shoeshine | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Falling Down | Mr. Lee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Rapid Fire | Carl Chang | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Fatal Friendship | Mr. Kee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Thousand Pieces of Gold | Hong King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Stranger on My Land | Eliot | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Three Kings | Second Cop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Quicksilver | Asian Gang Member #2 | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Kung Fu: The Movie | Ching | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Goonies | Data's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Runaway | Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Seduction of Gina | Jack | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Thief | Waiter at Chinese Restaurant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Cardiac Arrest | Wylie Wong | Flop | Similar → |
Michael Paul Chan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael Paul Chan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Paul Chan is "The Insider" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Michael Paul Chan acted in?
Michael Paul Chan has been featured in at least 44 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael Paul Chan?
Other notable films include "The Goonies", "Honor Thy Father and Mother: The True Story of the Menendez Murders", and "Falling Down".




