Eric Tsang

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Characters played by Eric Tsang

Hon Sam — Infernal Affairs III (2003)

Ruthless triad boss who plants Lau Kin Ming in the police academy.

Yung — Skiptrace (2016)

Yung is Bennie Chan's former police partner, presumed dead after sacrificing himself years earlier. He secretly survives and builds a criminal career, eventually revealing that he controls the organization Bennie has been investigating. Yung becomes Samatha Bai's estranged father, imprisons her during the confrontation, then helps Bennie rescue her before choosing death by drowning.

Kong — The Adventurers (2017)

Kong is the buyer connected to Dan Zhang's stolen jewels and the leader of a criminal organisation. He also serves as a father figure to Dan, making their reunion personally significant as well as criminally important. After meeting Dan again, Kong gives him a new mission that shapes the next stage of the plot.

Roundhead / Blockhead — My Lucky Stars (1985)

Comic relief character, often the target of pranks.

Roundhead — Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars (1985)

Comic sidekick, often caught in chaotic situations.

Jianghua — Kung Fu Yoga (2017)

Character in Kung Fu Yoga.

Brother Bao — The Grey Men (2024)

The original leader of the criminal organization whose authority is ultimately dismantled as internal power struggles and A Shan's infiltration lead to his replacement.

Tsang Siu Chi — The Banquet (1991)

Lead real estate developer who orchestrates an elaborate banquet to impress a wealthy Kuwaiti prince and secure a billion-dollar contract.

Song Bang — The Grey Men 2 (2025)

Powerful crime boss controlling Laika's underworld, targeted by police and rivals.

Popeye — All the Wrong Clues (1981)

Supporting character, possibly a tough enforcer or ally.

Many Liu — The Accidental Spy (2001)

A stranger who approaches Buck Yuen in Hong Kong, claiming to represent a terminally ill Korean man seeking his son. Later reveals that Yuen's entire journey was a CIA mission orchestrated by him, positioning Yuen as an informal, non-official agent.

Inspector Chan — Gen-X Cops (1999)

Veteran police inspector overseeing major operations and investigations.

Career Overview

Eric Tsang has 427 screen credits in a career dating back to 1962. Their work spans 29 cinematic universes — most prominently Lucky Stars Collection with 6 titles. Signature works include Super Trio Series, Infernal Affairs, The Grey Men. 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
427
Birth Date
1953-04-14 00:00:00
Birth Place
Hong Kong, British Crown Colony

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Universe traveler — spans 29 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q445608), public domain (CC0).