John Lone

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Characters played by John Lone

Ricky Tan — Rush Hour 2 (2001)

Corrupt Triad boss and former partner of Lee's father, main villain in Rush Hour 2.

Pu Yi (Adult) — The Last Emperor (1987)

Former Emperor of China captured by the Red Army and imprisoned as a war criminal. Grows up isolated in the Forbidden City, receives Western education from Johnston, and marries Wanrong and Wenxiu. Expelled in 1924, becomes a Japanese puppet ruler in Manchukuo, and later surrenders to Americans before being captured by Soviets. Undergoes communist re-education, is rehabilitated, released in 1959, and lives as a gardener until his death in 1967.

Li Chang — War (2007)

Chinese Triad boss who employs Rogue, killed by him to instigate gang war.

Chinese Cook — King Kong (1976)

Ship's culinary staff member preparing meals for the crew.

Shiwan Khan — The Shadow (1994)

Ancient Mongol warlord seeking revenge and power, primary antagonist in 1994 film.

Kinjo — The Hunted (1995)

The ruthless leader of the Makato ninja cult, hired to kill Kirina. He boasts of remaining unseen by survivors, kills Kirina, and later leads assaults on Racine. His motivation intensifies after his lover Junko's death, but he is ultimately decapitated by Racine.

Joey Tai — Year of the Dragon (1985)

Ruthless young man who rises to lead the Chinese Triads in New York. Engages in a violent personal war with Captain Stanley White, expands operations against rival gangs, and is responsible for the deaths of Connie White and undercover cop Herbert. Ultimately killed by White's bullets and commits suicide to avoid capture.

Song Liling — M. Butterfly (1993)

Peking Opera performer who presents as female to French diplomat René Gallimard. Actually a male spy working for Comrade Chin, he manipulates René into sharing intelligence under the guise of a romantic relationship. Later appears at René's trial dressed as a man, reveals the deception, and is extradited to China.

Bertram Stone — The Moderns (1988)

Bertram Stone is Nathalie's wealthy husband, who notices Nick's interest in her and becomes suspicious. His contempt for the art world and its bargains turns bitter, and after a confrontation he is found dead, leaving those around him shocked and guilty.

Raka — Shadows of the Peacock (1988)

Originally conceived as a Balinese character whose narrative focuses on alienation and the struggle to balance Western influence with traditional obligations, though the film's setting was later moved to Thailand.

Career Overview

John Lone has 23 screen credits in a career dating back to 1976. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently Bang Bang Films with 1 titles. Signature works include The Last Emperor, Rush Hour 2, War. 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
23
Birth Date
1952-10-13
Birth Place
Hong Kong, British Crown Colony

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q530957), public domain (CC0).