Lee Tung Foo
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Lee Tung Foo (also known as Frank Lee) was a Chinese American Vaudeville performer born in California who performed in English, German, and Latin. He became a film actor later in his life. At the age of 45, he ran a Chinese restaurant he bought in New York City called Jung Sy Mandarin Restaurant. He opened a second restaurant, Imig Sy, and both were strategically placed near Broadway. By the 1930s he returned to theater work, playing some minor roles until 1932, when he was cast as Wang Yun in the film, The Skull Murder Mystery. He continued with minor roles, being cast as the servant of the Detective, Mr. Wong, in the 1939 film The Mystery of Mr. Wong. His last work was in The Manchurian Candidate, an uncredited role as a "Man in Lobby" at the age of 87.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lee Tung Foo reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 36 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Lee Tung Foo'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 19% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lee Tung Foo remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Laura, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Lee Tung Foo Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lee Tung Foo's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lee Tung Foo.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | The Sheepman | Willie (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Badlands of Montana | Ling | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Short Grass | Lin | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | California Passage | Cook (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Cariboo Trail | Ling | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Annie Get Your Gun | Chinese Cook on Train (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | There's a Girl in My Heart | Charlie Li | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Criss Cross | Chinese Cook (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Strange Gamble | Wong | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Checkered Coat | Kim | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Chinese Ring | Armstrong's Majordomo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Saigon | Farmer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Calcutta | Kim (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | They Were Expendable | Asian Bartender (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Mrs. Parkington | Sam (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Laura | Waldo's Servant (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Barbary Coast Gent | Wong Gee (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Purple Heart | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Behind the Rising Sun | Dinner Guest | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Mission to Moscow | Tsiang Ting Fu - Chinese Ambassador (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Across the Pacific | Sam Wing On | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Invisible Agent | Gen. Chin Lee (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Secret of the Wastelands | Doy Kee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dead Men Tell | Ship's Cook | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Flight Command | Jung, Gary's Servant | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Phantom of Chinatown | Foo | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | They Knew What They Wanted | Ah Gee, the Cook | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Phantom Raiders | Mr. Yamamoto | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Barricade | Houseboy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Wong in Chinatown | Willie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Mystery of Mr. Wong | Willie | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stand Up and Fight | Chinese cook | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Mr. Wong, Detective | Tchin | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Top of the Town | Chinese Ambassador | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The General Died at Dawn | Mr. Chen | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Skull Murder Mystery | Wang Yun | Flop | Similar → |
Lee Tung Foo - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lee Tung Foo?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lee Tung Foo is "Laura" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Lee Tung Foo acted in?
Lee Tung Foo has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lee Tung Foo?
Other notable films include "Criss Cross", "The Sheepman", and "Annie Get Your Gun".