
David Lam Wai
Acting
Born: October 8, 1954
Yantai, Shandong Province, China
Biography
A native of Taiwan, David Lam Wai first came to attention in 1984 with his role as the leader of a group of Mainland would-be jewel thieves in Johnny Mak's classic Long Arm of the Law. He got started in movies with bit part roles at Shaw Brothers studios, and after establishing himself as a lead actor, he participated in numerous crime, action, and gangster films throughout the 1980's and 90's.
Also Known As
- 林威
- John Lam Wai
- Lin Wai
- Lin Wei
- David Lam Wai
- Lam Wai
- David Lam
Known For

A Chinese Ghost Story
July 18, 1987

Project A Part II
July 25, 1987

Dragons Forever
February 11, 1988

Flirting Scholar
July 01, 1993

Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars
August 15, 1985

King of Beggars
December 17, 1992

Yes, Madam!
November 30, 1985

The 8 Diagram Pole Fighter
February 17, 1984

Five Element Ninjas
April 21, 1982

Disciples of the 36th Chamber
May 17, 1985

Never Say Die
September 30, 2017

The Boxer's Omen
October 23, 1983