Personal Info
Birth date
1939-12-18 (85 Years)
Day of death
2023-04-09
Gender
Male
Known for
Acting
Place of birth
Guangdong, China
Also known as
吳耀漢
Richard Woo
Richard Ng Yiu-Hon
Ngô Diệu Hán
오요한
吴耀汉
Richard Ng
Ng Yiu-Hon
ریچارد نگ یو-هون
Richard Ng Yiu-Hon
Biography
Richard Ng Yiu-Hon (17 December 1939 – 9 April 2023), also known as Richard Woo, was a Hong Kong actor known for playing comedic roles, particularly in Hong Kong films of the 1980s and 1990s. Ng appeared in 80 films to date. He was twice nominated for the Best Actor Award at the Hong Kong Film Awards, for his roles in Winners and Sinners and Beyond the Sunset. He worked alongside some of the biggest names in Hong Kong action cinema including Jackie Chan, Michelle Yeoh, Andy Lau, and Jet Li. Description above from the Wikipedia article Richard Ng, licensed under CC BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Filmography
Red Dwarf
8.1
Overview:
The adventures of the last human alive and his friends, stranded three million years into deep space on the mining ship Red Dwarf.Storage Stories
NYR
Overview:
After her husband's death, "Kurai" loses interest in running her mini-storage business. Her sister helps her and uses the opportunity to run an online business. Before the mini-storage officially opens, "Kurai’s" father-in-law Wu Han, forcefully occupies a part of the storage as his clothing factory. "Kurai’s" lazy and unmotivated son also spends his time there. The next-door neighbor, a war game enthusiast, causes disruptions for the mini-storage customers. As people come and go from the mini-storage, everyone has their own secrets. With new challenges, will "Kurai" overcome her insecurities and embrace a new chapter in life?Phoo Action
5
Overview:
The high-kicking, high-action exploits of Buddhist Kung-Fu law enforcement officer Terry Phoo and feisty teen-rebel turned super-hero Whitey Action, who form an unlikely but effective crime-fighting team taking on Britain's super-vile, super-famous mutated criminals, The Freebies.Winners & Sinners
6.883
Overview:
Five friends are released from prison and do their best to stay out trouble. While trying to mind their own business (and run their 5-Star Cleaning Service), they are caught up in a war between rival Triad gangs fighting for control of the counterfeit currency market.Wheels on Meals
6.9
Overview:
Cousins Thomas and David, owners of a mobile restaurant, team up with their friend Moby, a bumbling private detective, to save the beautiful Sylvia, a pickpocket.Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life
5.748
Overview:
Off the coast of the volcanic island of Santorini, the intrepid archaeologist Lara Croft makes the unexpected discovery of a pulsating golden orb able to guide its holder to the mythical Pandora's Box. As the legendary artifact contains ancient mysteries of unfathomable power - said to contain one of the deadliest plagues on Earth, Lara is tasked by MI6 to make sure it doesn't fall into the wrong hands. With the aid of former Marine turned mercenary Terry Sheridan, she travels the world in pursuit of the precious item in a race against time; she must beat the unscrupulous Nobel Prize-winning scientist turned bioterrorist, Jonathan Reiss, to it.Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars
6.6
Overview:
The third installment in the Lucky Stars series, following Winners and Sinners and My Lucky Stars. The team are released from prison to play detective in order to stop a ruthless gang from ruining their reputations, taking their lives, and that of a key witness in an upcoming trial. They must battle their way through and with the help of Muscles, take down the bad guys.My Lucky Stars
6.5
Overview:
Two Hong Kong cops are sent to Tokyo to catch an ex-cop who stole a large amount of money in diamonds. After one is captured by the Ninja-gang protecting the rogue cop, the other one gets his old Orphanage gang, dubbed the "Five Lucky Stars," to help him. They don't like this much, but they do it.Once Upon a Time in China and America
5.814
Overview:
So goes to the U.S. to open a martial arts school. Around this time, many Chinese people were sold off to U.S. railroad companies, and were brutally treated by the Americans under the harsh working conditions. Thus, the American workers' hatred towards the Chinese immigrants is high. As a result, So gets into trouble with the Americans and the mob, and calls Master Wong for help.The Lost Empire
4.935
Overview:
American journalist Nick Orton is caught up in the world of Chinese gods and monsters while on a search for the long lost manuscript to 'Hsi Yu Chi' (The Journey to the West) by Wu Ch'eng En. He is accompanied on his journey by a humanoid ape with incredible strength and magical powers, a humanoid pig-man, and his brother-in-arms, an ex-cannibal. Based on one of the greatest stories in Chinese history.Miracles: The Canton Godfather
7.144
Overview:
A country boy becomes the head of a gang through the purchase of some lucky roses from an old lady. He and a singer at the gang's nightclub try to do a good deed for the old lady when her daughter comes to visit.The Kung Fu Cult Master
6.774
Overview:
A wild and rollicking martial arts fantasy extravaganza that features prized swords and swordsmen, a crazy monk attached to a rolling boulder, serious clan and cult rivalries, and lots of magic and flying.Millionaires' Express
6.8
Overview:
What happens when a glamorous express, with high government officials, wealthy merchants, concubines and a gang of brigands on board, speeds towards the small town of Hanshui, where escaping bank robbers, corrupt officials, and gamblers await? Well, let's just say the Titanic had a smoother maiden voyage.Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame
6.5
Overview:
When the future empress Wu Zetian's two courtiers die in a mysterious fire, she gets Di Renjie, a former detective and rebel, released from prison to solve the mystery of the fire.Yes, Madam!
7.1
Overview:
Two unlucky thieves break into a just murdered man's hotel room and steal his passport with a hidden microfilm wanted by a triad boss. Two ass-kicking women cops—one Chinese, one British—are on the case.Mr. Vampire III
6.58
Overview:
The Vampire Master joins forces with another fellow priest with his two pet ghosts along for the ride to defeat an evil witch and her henchman, whose goals are to defeat the human race. The priests must also overcome the odds of the separation between humans and ghosts.Handsome Siblings
6.3
Overview:
One hundred seventy years ago, a wise monk made a section of land known as the Villians Valley, a sanctuary. Anyone who came to the valley was considered protected and safe from the law. The proclamation also stated that they should have a chance at repentance. The Master of Eva Palace, who is now master of the martial arts world, holds no regard for the ancient laws and enters the valley in search of the 10 Untouchable Villians because she has a warrant of justice to destroy them. The remaining 8 villians were actually the 10 Untouchable Heroes until they were framed by two of their own members, The Twin Villians, and used as scapegoats.Ghost Punting
6.063
Overview:
The "Five Lucky Stars" attempt to help a restless ghost take revenge on the evil drug gang who took his life. At the same time, they want the ghost to help them get rich and court the four policewomen assigned to the case.The Banquet
5.2
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.Carry On Pickpocket
6.1
Overview:
Hung Tai-Kong aka Rice Pot and Chan Yin-Tung aka Chimney are two friends who work with their master Kam Ming and his daughter Ann as a team of pickpockets.Future Cops
6.016
Overview:
In the year 2043, an evil crime lord is trying to take over the world. Only one government official stands in his way, and plans to send him to prison, so The General and his minions Kent, Thai King, and Toyota travel to the year 1993 to kill the official before he has a chance to get into office. During a battle with The General's minions, the Future Cops Lung, Broom Man, Ti Man, and Ah-Sing hear of their evil plan and devise a plan of their own to travel back in time to protect the official.Skiptrace
5.695
Overview:
A detective from Hong Kong teams up with an American gambler to battle against a notorious Chinese criminal.Lucky Stars Go Places
6.1
Overview:
Lucky Stars Go Places, also known as The Luckiest Stars, is a 1986 Hong Kong action comedy film directed by Eric Tsang. It is the fourth film in the Lucky Stars series. It was an attempt to combine the original Lucky Stars troupe with the similar action comedy ensemble from the Aces Go Places series.How to Meet the Lucky Stars
5.111
Overview:
How to Meet the Lucky Stars is a 1996 Hong Kong film and the final film in the Lucky Stars film series. Featuring the "Lucky Stars" Sammo Hung (in a supporting role and another role as a cop), Eric Tsang, Stanley Fung, Richard Ng, Michael Miu and new cast member Vincent Lau as Hung's younger cousin. Also featuring a number of guest appearances including Françoise Yip, Natalis Chan, Chen Kuan Tai, Cheng Pei-pei, Chan Hung Lit and Nora Miao. Produced by Eric Tsang, directed by Frankie Chan with action choreography by Yuen Cheung-Yan and Mars.The film was released as a benefit film for the famous Hong Kong film director, Lo Wei, who died in 1996.Doctor Mack
6.1
Overview:
Since dropping out from the medical school, Lau Mack has been living a humble but contented life, running a small clinic in a shabby area, treating local inhabitants and poor prostitutes working there. One night, he escorts an injured gun robber to the government hospital, where he unexpectedly meets his old friend from college time, Dr. Jaw, now a reputed surgeon with an aspiration for senior management. To Jaw's bitter surprise, he finds himself outshone by Lau's medical talent and kindness to patients. Jaw is however determined to speed up his career ascent at the expense of Lau. His plots work perfectly, until an accident delivers his life to the mercy of Lau.The Invincible Dragon
4.5
Overview:
The undercover agent with dragon tattoo Kowloon continually helped the police to solve mysterious cases, which made him known as a rising star. However, his impulsive personality dragged him into endless troubles. He got himself into fights with the Macau detective, as well as an American Army veteran Alexander who has a secret linkage to Kowloon’s background…Faithfully Yours
4.3
Overview:
A playboy and his two friends get drunk and wake up next to a girl who claims to be pregnant by one of them.Rigor Mortis
6.016
Overview:
When a former actor moves into an apartment building with the intention of commiting suicide, he is saved by a Taoist priest who used to specialize in hunting Chinese hopping vampires: or Jiāngshī. Elsewhere in the building, a woman turns to a specialist in black magic to bring her husband back to life.Fortune King Is Coming to Town!
4.3
Overview:
"Here Comes Fortune" is about the God of Fortune coming down from heaven to spread some love and wealth to humans in need. The movie is developed by talking about stories which took place in three cities: Shenyang, where a kind-hearted teacher is willing to give up a billion dollars in order to save her adopted daughter; Shanghai, a love story about 533, a female God of Fortune falling in love with a blind pianist; and Beijing where an ugly duckling story of Xu Jie, the boring introverted office lady.Acting
2023Where the Wind Blows as Tsai Lin
2021A Place of Dusk as Unknown
2020All's Well, Ends Well 2020 as Old Man Wu
2020A Moment of Happiness as Bungalow Owner
2019Dead Packet as Richard
2019Walk With Me as Ma Yau Sum's Father
2019The Invincible Dragon as Wong Bing-cheong
2019Fragments of Summer as Unknown
2019Go Back to China as Teddy Li
2019A Lifetime Treasure as Richard
2019Dearest Anita as Unknown
2018Hotel Soul Good as Uncle Bill
2018A House of Happiness as Shui
2017Indiana Five Stars as Professor Wu
2017Bio Raiders as Mo Tian Shi
2017Vampire Cleanup Department as Chung
2017Celestial Return as Unknown
2016The Moment as Richard Chan
2016Skiptrace as Chinese man on bus
2016Storage Stories (12 Episodes) as Unknown
2016Already Tomorrow in Hong Kong as Fortune Teller
2015Lost in Hong Kong as Elevator Patron
2015Little Big Master as Mr Ho
2013Rigor Mortis as Uncle Tung
2012Supercapitalist as Donald Chang
2012Shadows of Love as Zhou Shu
2011Men Suddenly in Love as Teacher Chu
2010Perfect Wedding as Mr. Yeung
2010Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame as Wang Lu (before face-lift)
2010Flirting Scholar 2 as Casino tools boss
2010Fortune King Is Coming to Town! as Culture God
2009Echelon Conspiracy as Wong
2009Jessica Caught on Tape as Unknown
2008A Decade of Love as Unknown
2008Pulau Hantu as Heng's Father
2008Phoo Action (1 Episode) as Sifu Chien
2008Bodyguard: A New Beginning as Wong
2007The Great Wall of China as Jiajing Emperor
2007Magazine Gap Road as Dr. Lee
2007Happy Birthday as Mai's Father
2006Mr. 3 Minutes as Chung Gai Cheung
2006The First Emperor as Chief Minister
2003Life Beyond the Box: Norman Stanley Fletcher as Chan Kai Leong
2003News Heart as Unknown
2003Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life as Buyer
2003My Dream Girl as Zhang Tian / Cheung Tin
2002My Wife Is 18 as Professor
2001Beijing Rocks as Wu De-hui
2001The Lost Empire (2 Episodes) as Communist Official
2000Jiang Hu: The Triad Zone as London street vendor
2000Sausalito as Robert
1998The Pale Sky as Unknown
1997Hong Kong Night Club as Yu Ten Sen
1997Once Upon a Time in China and America as Uncle Han
1996The Stunt Woman as Detective
1996How to Meet the Lucky Stars as Sandy
1995Whatever Will Be, Will Be as Unknown
1995Heaven Can't Wait as Taoist Priest
1995Once in a Life-Time as Unknown
1995Doctor Mack as Professor Bao
1995Don't Give a Damn as Old Man on the Bus
1995Twinkling Star as Unknown
1993The Kung Fu Cult Master as Wai Yat-Siu, King of Green Bat
1993Boys Are Easy as Ching Sing
1993Perfect Couples as Li Tai-Choi
1993Future Cops as Richard Yu
1992Handsome Siblings as First Twin Villain / Supremes
1992Saviour Of The Soul II as King of Evil
1992Ghost Punting as Jin Shui / Sandy
1992Now You See Love... Now You Don't as English teacher
1992Banana Spirit as Uncle Tang
1991The Banquet as Tsang's Father
1991Slickers vs. Killers as Mr. Chow
1991The Gambling Ghost as Check Point Policeman
1990The Nocturnal Demon as Taxi driver
1990Red Dust as Yu
1990License to Steal as Inspector Ta Hsiang Ken
1990Till Death Shall We Start as Landal
1990Family Honor as Ming's husband
1989Hey Big Brother (20 Episodes) as 方海珠
1989Excuse Me, Please! as Chicken
1989Run, Don't Walk as Ng Sing Choi
1989Mr. Sunshine as Black Face Huang Zu-Ren
1989Beyond the Sunset as Wong Bye Foo
1989Miracles: The Canton Godfather as Chief Inspector Ho
1989Return of the Lucky Stars as Tai Shan / Sandy
1989Little Cop as Station Insp.
1989Unfaithfully Yours as Unknown
1988Faithfully Yours as Chuk Tai-Chung
1988Spooky, Spooky as East Bay Inspector
1988Mistaken Identity as Cheung Kan-Sing
1988In the Line of Duty 3 as Customer at Restaurant
1988King of Stanley Market as Fu
1988In the Blood as Parkingmeter Man
1988Carry On Hotel as Donald Ng
1988Carry On Dancing as Dr. Alan Lam
1988Red Dwarf (1 Episode) as Swallow
1988Gaston & Leo in Hong Kong as Agent 008
1987Mr. Vampire III as Mao Ming
1987Golden Swallow as Right Sword
1987Mr. Handsome as Dr. Richard Chow
1987The Wrong Couples as Yu Tai Dai
1987Magnificent Warriors as Drifter Conman
1987The Goofy Gang as Yacht Repairman [cameo]
1987My Cousin, the Ghost as Cousin Big / Wu Te Ta
1986Pom Pom Strikes Back as Chau
1986Lucky Stars Go Places as Sandy
1986My Family as Dr Richard Ng
1986Millionaires' Express as Hon
1986From Here to Prosperity as Mui Choi
1985Yes, Madam! as Weak Heart (uncredited)
1985Mr. Boo Meets Pom Pom as Chau
1985Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars as Sandy
1985Those Merry Souls as Fernando Ng
1985My Lucky Stars as Sandy
1984Wheels on Meals as Mental Patient (Brilliant)
1984The Return of Pom Pom as Chau
1984Heaven Can Help as Inspector Chan Siu Ming
1984Pom Pom as Chau
1983Winners & Sinners as Exhaust Pipe
1982It Takes Two as Ai Don Low
1982Carry On Pickpocket as Sergeant Wu
1981Super Fool! as Great Dragon / Heung Kan
1979Murder Most Foul as Hank
1979Itchy Fingers as Hsien
1977Winner Takes All! as Unknown
1977Money Crazy as Dragon / Liu Fu
1977The Yellow Panther as Unknown
1976The Private Eyes as Police Sergeant
1976The Good, the Bad and the Loser as Assassin
1975Superstar Specials: Wong Chuen-yu as Unknown
1974Golden Needles as Lin To's man
1970Toomorrow as Frank (uncredited)
1970The Gamblers as Koboyashi
Directing
1979Murder Most Foul ... Director
Production
1977Winner Takes All! ... Producer