San Sin

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Characters played by San Sin

(uncredited) — Police Story 4: First Strike (1996)

Unidentified background performer in crowd scenes.

Lion Dance Drummer — Once Upon a Time in China (1991)

Musician providing rhythmic accompaniment for martial performances.

(extra) — The New One-Armed Swordsman (1971)

Background martial artist appearing in multiple films of the collection

Shaolin Monk — The 36th Chamber of Shaolin (1978)

Trained martial artist residing in the temple, representing traditional discipline.

Guard — Iron Angels (1987)

Security personnel stationed at a drug facility or compound.

(extra) (uncredited) — Return of the One-Armed Swordsman (1969)

Uncredited background actor portraying a martial arts school member or jianghu bystander.

Shaolin Abbot — Shaolin and Wu Tang (1983)

Senior temple master who enforces discipline and guides junior monks.

Zhou's Thug / Casino Gambler / Zombie (uncredited) — The Shadow Boxing (1979)

Background actor with triple minor roles in underworld and supernatural scenes.

Manchu Thug (uncredited) — Heroes Two (1974)

An unnamed enforcer serving the Manchu forces during their suppression of resistance.

Career Overview

San Sin has 56 screen credits in a career dating back to 1969. Their work spans 14 cinematic universes — most prominently 36th Chamber of Shaolin Series with 3 titles. Signature works include Mad Monkey Kung Fu, Possessed, The Royal Scoundrel. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
56

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 14 universes

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