Personal Info
Birth date
1933-11-14 (91 Years)
Day of death
2020-09-05
Gender
Male
Known for
Acting
Place of birth
Hong Kong, British Crown Colony
Also known as
谭炳文
譚炳文
Tam Ping-Man
Tam Bing-Man
Biography
Tam Ping-man (14 November 1933 – 5 September 2020) was a Hong Kong actor and singer. With his deep-rooted dubbing work and nurturing talents, he has been full of talents for half a century and has earned him the reputation of "dubbing king". Some of his most famous dubbing work includes being the voice of the U.S. actor Marlon Brando in the movie The Godfather (1972) and Charlie Townsend in the U.S. TV series Charlie's Angels (1976 to 1981). In addition, he was the first horse racing commentator in Hong Kong.
Filmography
The Turbulent Decade
NYR
Overview:
Set in the tumultuous 70s and 80s in Hong Kong, a group of young people from different backgrounds pursue their dreams amidst the rapidly changing city. Tian Yongtai accidentally kills someone and goes to prison, where he befriends Xu Weikang. After his release, Tian's complicated love triangle with his ex-girlfriend and a friend leads to unexpected challenges, with Weikang becoming a formidable foe. The drama explores themes of friendship, love, and justice as Tian faces a difficult choice.The Shell Game
4.5
Overview:
Set in 1930s Guangdong, when the gambling industry was in full bloom. One of the greatest gamblers in all of Southern China is Law Sei Hoi, who is dubbed as "Divine Eyes of the South" due to his keen eyesight, which he has used to win a great number of games. In addition to his recognition as a highly-skilled gambler, Law Sei Hoi is the owner of a number of casinos in Guangzhou. Tam Sing, an orphan, wanting to be a gambler himself, pursues Law Sei Hoi, asking him to accept him as a disciple. A blossoming romance begins to emerge between his teacher, Law Sei Hoi and his older sister, Tam Siu Tong, who is a well-known Cantonese opera singer. Hung Biu, the rival of Lo Sei Hoi and a gambling tycoon from Guangxi, however, plans to take over the Guangzhou gambling industry.The Banquet
5.214
Overview:
Developer Tsang Siu Chi and his agent have bought two of a group of four properties. Rival developer, Boss Hung has secured the other two properties. Both aim to buy all four so they can knock them down and build hotels.A Mad World of Fools
5
Overview:
A whacky 1974 comedy starring David Chiang who was also the director, that's one to see. Well it certainly is whacky, and the film is actually a number of short pieces, varying in length from a couple of minutes to the last story that is 30 minutes or so.Lucky Seven
NYR
Overview:
Tina Ti leads a star-studded cast in this hilarious farce as a pickpocket who, while fleeing the police, stumbles into an apartment occupied by seven single men. All hungry for a woman's affection, the men agree to take her in. However, what she doesn't know is that each of the men is coming up with ridiculous ways to have their way with her. A surreal comedy about sexual repression and sexual fantasies, the film mocks the desperate measures people take in the name of sexual gratification. Even though it is an erotic comedy at heart, it is never lewd or exploitative. In fact, like other Cantonese films at the time, the story even ends on a moralistic note as Tam Bing-man's character convinces the pickpocket to turn herself in and mend her ways.Sky on Fire
6
Overview:
The chief security officer at a top-secret medical facility finds himself caught in an explosive battle when a young thief and his accomplices steal a groundbreaking curative medicine. After discovering the true origins of the medicine, the officer must decide who he can trust to protect the cure from falling into the wrong hands, and prevent an all-out war from bringing the city to its knees.Social Characters
NYR
Overview:
The delinquent gang 'The Seven Brigands' consists of the unruly rich heir Peter Ko, sister Connie, classmates Lisa, B.B. Jane and sister Angel, Tommy and Tong Wong. The good-natured Peter and Lisa want to put the gang back on the right track, but with Lisa falling out with the group following a row, Peter reverts to his former self.House of Wolves
4.8
Overview:
Set in old rural district, Charlie pretends to be an ALS patient so he can gain sympathy from others. He runs a charity organization where he secretly carries out all sorts of nasty business. The village chief Fung Yan-bing is a dishonest man who likes to test others with money and take advantage of them. Along comes a beautiful woman named Yu Zan, a materialistic lady who loves money more than anything. However, the woman is carrying the baby of her ex-boyfriend who is a well-known tycoon's heir. The arrival of the baby will soon change the mentalities and nature of the three problematic human beingsNo End of Surprises
NYR
Overview:
No End of Surprises is a Hong Kong Comedy Drama starring Jackie Chan.Convivial Trio
NYR
Overview:
Heiress Lin Sao Lei (Nancy Sit Kar-yin) manages to find the family warmth she lacks at home from her co-workers. One day, she accompanies Ho Yueh Ying (Chan Chai-chung) to a television audition and eventually becomes a major star. However, the temptation of romance, a rough patch in her career and a scam would soon make her regret the path she has taken.Triad Wars
6.2
Overview:
In the midst of a violent gang war, a series of misfortunes threaten the fate of a gang boss and his mob.The Rat Catcher
1
Overview:
This light-hearted action comedy hybrid-where crooks and cops work together to make a better Hong Kong - was hailed for its British humor and Italian style as well as its unique Chinese flavor. In fact, the Hong Kong Movie New named it "one of the most hilarious comedies among the Mandarin productions in recent years." Enjoy the fast-moving and funny tale of a pretty pickpocket tangling with jewel heists, wallet snatchings, and a drug trafficking ring.A House is Not a Home
NYR
Overview:
A House Is Not a Home is a TVB television series, premiered on 1 August 1977. It is a very successful classic series boasting the likes of stars Liza Wang, Simon Yam, Ha Yu and also veteran actors like Bak Man-biu, Tang Pik-wan and Lee Heung-kam. The show became a 1970s drama classic, well-known also for its theme song, "A House Is Not a Home"; 家變, which was composed and arranged by Joseph Koo, with lyrics by the late Wong Jim and sung by Roman Tam.Kung Fu vs. Yoga
NYR
Overview:
Two mischievous kung fu students enter a kung fu tournament not realizing how much trouble winning the competition will bring them. When one emerges victorious, he must accomplish three robberies to prove his worth and claim his prize! Featuring yoga master Dunpar Singh from planet 90.Hong Kong 73
1
Overview:
As the Heng Seng Index reaches unprecedented heights, people from all walks of life go stock speculation crazy. A security guard and his landlord learn firsthand that money is ‘Easy Come, Easy Go’ as their fast fortune disappears overnight in a Macau casino. Meanwhile, greedy neighbours and infidel couples cheat each other and even blue-collar workmen dive into the frenzy. Inevitably, the market tumbles as do the people’s bittersweet lives. A hilarious but ironic tale featuring some of Shaw’s biggest stars.Acting
2016Sky on Fire as Uncle Cai
2016House of Wolves as Uncle Lok
2015Port of Call as Mr. Siu
2015Wild City as Big Boss
2015An Inspector Calls as Nightclub Customer
2014Shades of Life (12 Episodes) as Unknown
2013Young and Dangerous: Reloaded as Unknown
2012A Simple Life as Bing
2011Life Without Principle as Kwun
2010Gallants as Narrator (voice)
2008Triad Wars as Flirt Lok Ki Cheong
2006Exiled as Uncle Fortune
2006Men Suddenly in Black 2 as Unknown
2006Triad Election as Uncle Cocky
2005Election as Uncle Cocky
1998The Heroine of the Yangs (II) (28 Episodes) as Unknown
1998The Heroine of the Yangs (I) (32 Episodes) as 庞太师
1998The Heroine of the Yangs (60 Episodes) as Unknown
1997万事胜意 (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1996The Folk Tales (22 Episodes) as Unknown
1996I Have a Date with Spring (40 Episodes) as 姚君奇
1994The Great General (30 Episodes) as Unknown
1994Once Upon a Time in China V as Boss
1993The Silver Tycoon (30 Episodes) as Unknown
1993Hong Kong Criminal Archives - Murder Of Pat Sin Restaurant's Whole Family as Unknown
1991Beside the Seaside, Beside the Sea (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1991The Banquet as Jogger
1991Ten Thousand Ways To Be a Millionaire (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1991Days of Glory (30 Episodes) as 陈贵
1990Cherished Moments (20 Episodes) as 杨一
1990The Legend Of The Dragon Pearl (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1989Song Bird (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1989Family Fortune (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1989For Once In A Life Time (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1987The Price Of Growing Up (59 Episodes) as Unknown
1987The Upstart and the Self-Made Man (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1987The Seasons (216 Episodes) as Unknown
1986The Turbulent Decade (60 Episodes) as Unknown
1986Men of the House (36 Episodes) as Unknown
1986The Unyielding Master Lim (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1986The Lamp Lore (27 Episodes) as 太师
1985The Reincarnated Princess (34 Episodes) as Unknown
1985The Legend of the General Who Never Was (20 Episodes) as 秦叔宝
1985The Legend of Lady Chung (10 Episodes) as Unknown
1984North South West East as Unknown
1983The Fortune Teller (II) (19 Episodes) as Unknown
1983The Lives on Duck Lane (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1983In The Same Boat (5 Episodes) as Unknown
1982Old Master Q: Water Margin as 大蕃薯
1982The Buddha's Magic Palm (25 Episodes) as Unknown
1982Stardust (25 Episodes) as Unknown
1981Three Stooges Go Undercover (5 Episodes) as Unknown
1981無雙譜 (15 Episodes) as 陆判
1980The Adventurers (45 Episodes) as Unknown
1980The Shell Game (25 Episodes) as 贺容
1980Five Easy Pieces (28 Episodes) as Unknown
1980Yesterday's Glitter (25 Episodes) as Unknown
1979This Land Is Mine (65 Episodes) as Unknown
1979The Dragon, The Odds as Unknown
1979Kung Fu vs. Yoga as Unknown
1979The Utmost Greatness as Unknown
1978Cunning Tendency as Unknown
1977The Clumsy Gambler as Unknown
1977A House is Not a Home (110 Episodes) as Unknown
1977Absent Minded Inspector (8 Episodes) as Unknown
1977The Great Man as Unknown
1977快的啦前世 as Unknown
1976You Are Wonderful as Unknown
1976The Simple-Minded Fellow as Unknown
1976失魂炳與綽頭王 as Unknown
1976Learned Bride Thrice Fools the Bridegroom as Unknown
1976大乡里与扫街添 as Unknown
1975No End of Surprises as Unknown
1975遊戲人間三百年 as Unknown
1975男人四十一条龙 as Unknown
1975Laugh in the Sleeve as Unknown
1974The Rat Catcher as Niou's superior
1974Chinese Folklore (10 Episodes) as Unknown
1974大乡里八面威风 as Unknown
1974A Mad World of Fools as Unknown
1974Farewell Dearest as Unknown
1974Tenants of Talkative Street as Unknown
1974Fun, Hong Kong Style as Unknown
1974Hong Kong 73 as Mr Tam/Ah Bing
1974Too Young as Unknown
1974The Country Bumpkin as Unknown
1974阿福正傳 as Unknown
1973Bruce Lee: The Man and the Legend as Self
1973The Money-tree as Hsiao-ting
1971迷你老爷车 as Unknown
1970Magic Feeding as Unknown
1970Lucky Seven as Ah Bing
1970一代棍王 as Unknown
1970Modern School Life as Unknown
1970Convivial Trio as Cheng Kwang Fat
1970满肚密圈 as Unknown
1970Happy Times as Unknown
1970橫衝直撞七色狼 as Unknown
1969餐搵餐食餐餐有 as Unknown
1969Social Characters as Unknown
1969Let's Build a Family as Unknown
1969满天神佛 as Unknown
1969三招了 as Unknown
1969獨眼俠獨闖江湖 as Unknown
1969The Little Warrior as Chan Sei Kan
1969Let's Sing and Dance to Celebrate a Peaceful Year as Unknown
1969歡樂滿華堂 as Unknown
1968The Tin Long Gang as Unknown
1968歷年TVB台慶經典回顧 (13 Episodes) as Unknown
1968红叶恋 as Unknown
1968小五義大破銅網陣 as Unknown
1968春光无限好 as Unknown
1968玉楼三凤 as Unknown
1967Dragnet of the Law as Chow To
1967莫負青春 as Unknown
1967情窦初开 as Unknown
1967The Perilous Rescue as Wong Chi-kong
1967捕风捉影 as Unknown
1967快樂年華 as Unknown
1966Return of Lady Bond as Lee Pak
1966Lady Bond as To Man-Wah
1966難為了嬌妻 as Unknown
1966天涯芳草 as Unknown
1966春满花开燕子归 as Unknown
1965难为了家嫂 as Unknown
1964A New, Improved Lady as Unknown