Victor Wong: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 35
- on screen
- 1933–2016
- box office
- $71M
- Born
- July 24, 1927
- Birthplace
- San Francisco's Chinatown
- Full name
- Yee Keung Victor Wong
- Citizenship
- American
- Occupations
- Actor
- Years active
- 1960-2001
The Best Victor Wong Movies
The films of Victor Wong that made the most at the worldwide box office, biggest first: 3 Ninjas (1992) leads with $29M. The full ranking adds the most awarded films and the newest releases.
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Worldwide box office: $29M 3 Ninjas 1992 · Action -
Worldwide box office: $18.7M Year of the Dragon 1985 · Action -
Worldwide box office: $11.8M 3 Ninjas Kick Back 1994 · Action -
Worldwide box office: $6.17M Mystery Date 1991 · Comedy -
Worldwide box office: $2.32M Shanghai Surprise 1986 · Adventure -
Worldwide box office: $1.34M Ice Kacang Puppy Love 2010 · Romance
Victor Wong's Career in Numbers
Victor Wong's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Victor Wong works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from The Son of Kong (1933) to My Little Princess (2016), and the 1930s were the busiest decade.
Victor Wong Movies by Decade
- 1930s 10
- 1940s 5
- 1980s 5
- 1990s 10
- 2010s 4
The 1930s were Victor Wong's busiest decade, with 10 films.
Victor Wong Movies by Genre
- Drama 11
- Comedy 6
- Action 5
- Crime 3
- Adventure 3
- Romance 2
- Fantasy 1
- Thriller 1
- Music 1
- Sci-Fi 1
Drama is the genre Victor Wong has worked in most, with 11 films, ahead of comedy (6).
Victor Wong Career Milestones
- First film
- The Son of Kong 1933
- Biggest box office hit
- 3 Ninjas $29M worldwide
- Newest film
- My Little Princess 2016
Victor Wong Filmography: Every Movie
Every film Victor Wong is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
Victor Wong Movies as an Actor
34- 2016
My Little Princess as Wei Zekai · Comedy - 2015
First of May as Mr. Ke · Drama Worldwide box office: $728K - 2013
Rhythm of the Rain as Singapore doctor · Romance Worldwide box office: $75.2K - 2010 Ice Kacang Puppy Love as Prince Charming · Romance Worldwide box office: $1.34M
- 1998
3 Ninjas: High Noon at Mega Mountain Action Worldwide box office: $376K - 1996
The Devil Takes a Holiday as Chi Chi · Fantasy - 1996
Paper Dragons as Master Chang · Crime - 1995
The Stars Fell on Henrietta as Henry Nakai · Drama Worldwide box office: $99.3K - 1995
3 Ninjas Knuckle Up Action Worldwide box office: $413K - 1994 3 Ninjas Kick Back Action Worldwide box office: $11.8M
- 1992
Cageman as Sissy · Drama - 1992 3 Ninjas Action Worldwide box office: $29M
- 1991 Mystery Date as Janitor · Comedy Worldwide box office: $6.17M
- 1990
Fatal Vacation as Grandpa · Thriller - 1989
Life Is Cheap… But Toilet Paper Is Expensive as Blind Man · Comedy - 1989
Eat a Bowl of Tea as Wah Gay · Drama - 1986 Shanghai Surprise Adventure Worldwide box office: $2.32M
- 1985 Year of the Dragon Action Worldwide box office: $18.7M
- 1985
Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart as Uncle Tam · Comedy - 1944
Dragon Seed as Japanese Officer (uncredited) · Drama - 1943
Mission to Moscow as Japanese Diplomat (uncredited) · Drama - 1942
Wake Island Drama - 1940
No, No, Nanette as John, Tom's Houseboy · Music - 1940
Phantom of Chinatown as Charley Won · Crime - 1939
Barricade as Second Bandit · Drama - 1939
Mr. Moto Takes a Vacation as Restaurant Proprietor (uncredited) · Crime - 1939
Second Fiddle as Chinese Radio Broadcaster · Comedy - 1938
Shadows Over Shanghai as Wu Chang · Drama - 1938
The Fighting Devil Dogs as Mikichan (uncredited) · Sci-Fi - 1938
The Beloved Brat as Gardener · Comedy - 1937
Lost Horizon as Bandit Leader (uncredited) · Adventure - 1935
Vagabond Lady as Japanese Fisherman (uncredited) · Drama - 1933
The Son of Kong Adventure - 1933
White Woman Drama
Victor Wong in Documentaries & Specials
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Who Is Victor Wong?
Victor Wong was born in San Francisco's Chinatown in 1927. Credited on films since 1933, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
Victor Wong is an American actor notable for his distinct appearances and acting career. He is widely acknowledged for his roles in movies such as "Big Trouble in Little China", "Seven Years in Tibet" and "The Last Emperor". Born as Yee Keung Victor Wong, he was a third-generation Chinese-American born in San Francisco's Chinatown. Wong was an epitome of dedication and passion, coming from a humble background, he battled Bell's palsy to fulfill his acting aspirations. This didn't deter him, and if anything, his distinct appearance became a unique aspect of his on-screen presence.
Wong's career spanned over several decades, and he won the heart of many with his diverse roles. He ventured into Hollywood in the mid-1980s and soon established himself as a formidable character actor. Aside from movies, Wong made his mark on television as well, his portrayal of an eccentric university professor in "Tales from the Darkside" was much appreciated. Despite having a successful career in Hollywood, Wong always held strong ties with his Chinese heritage. His work in promoting the understanding and cultural exchange between East and West through his movies has been remarkable. Sadly, Wong passed away in 2001, but his contribution to the world of cinema lives on.
Who Victor Wong Makes Movies With
The actors and directors Victor Wong shares the most films with. Wayne Wang comes first, with 3 films together, followed by Frank Reicher (2).
Victor Wong: Questions & Answers
How many movies Victor Wong has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has Victor Wong been in?
Victor Wong is credited on 35 films, from 1933 to 2016. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is Victor Wong's highest-grossing movie?
3 Ninjas (1992) is Victor Wong's biggest box office hit, with $29M worldwide, ahead of Year of the Dragon (1985) ($18.7M). Across every film with box office figures, Victor Wong's movies have made $71M.
Victor Wong's biggest hits What is Victor Wong's newest movie?
The most recent film on Victor Wong's filmography is My Little Princess (2016), in the role of Wei Zekai.
Who does Victor Wong work with most often?
Victor Wong shares the most films with Wayne Wang (3 films), Frank Reicher (2 films) and Noble Johnson (2 films).
The Best Victor Wong Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 35 credits.
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