
Tom Yi
ActingAbout Tom Yi
His work credits include numerous regional and national commercials, as well as roles in episodic television, including a recurring role on FX's The Shield (2002) as Detective Rodriguez. One of his favorite working experiences was a small role on The West Wing (1999), where he received valuable career advice from Martin Sheen. Other notable appearances on comedy series are Monk (2002), The Office (2005), Men of a Certain Age (2009) and season four of Arrested Development (2003). Recognized for his role as Rabbi Chang, brother to Ken Jeong Señor Chang, on the NBC's Community (2009). Comedic film credits include roles in Senior Skip Day (2008), Bridesmaids (2011) - directed by Paul Feig and This Is 40 (2012) - directed by Judd Apatow. In 2013 he departs from comedy and plays Mr. Cali in a Science Fiction film, The Purge (2013), written and directed by James DeMonaco, starring Ethan Hawke and Lena Headey.
Tom Yi Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Tom Yi reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Tom Yi's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 21% of Tom Yi'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 Plus One, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Tom Yi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tom Yi's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Tom Yi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Greatest Hits | Tom Park | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Your Place or Mine | Professor | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Umma | Mr. Kang | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | 3 Days with Dad | Dr. Cho | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Plus One | Mitch Mori | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Ghostbusters | Flashed Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Alex of Venice | Judge Sawyer | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Murder of a Cat | Rogin Kim | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Drew Peterson: Untouchable | Medical Examiner | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Purge | Mr. Cali | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | This Is 40 | Charlotte's Teacher | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Bridesmaids | Jewelry Store Couple | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Senior Skip Day | Mr. Lee Cheng | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Interruptions | Mr. Park | Flop | Similar → |
Tom Yi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tom Yi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tom Yi is "Plus One" with a rating of 6.8/10.
How many movies has Tom Yi acted in?
Tom Yi has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tom Yi?
Other notable films include "Bridesmaids", "The Greatest Hits", and "Your Place or Mine".




