Kwan Hoi-San

Acting

Kwan Hoi-San

Born October 24, 1925 · Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

Died September 11, 2006 · aged 80

Herman Kwan Hoi-San (Chinese: 關海山) (October 23, 1925 in Guangzhou, Guangdong — September 11, 2006) was a Hong Kong actor. his English name was Herman Kwan. Kwan started off as a Cantonese opera actor in street theatre before joining New Voice Opera Troupe (新聲劇團). He also started singing for early Hong Kong film soundtracks and moved on to act in films, mostly adaption of opera in Cantonese. He bec…

Known For

Hard BoiledHard Boiled · 1992
Hard Boiled
7.51992
MovieActionThriller
A cop who loses his partner in a shoot-out with gun smugglers goes on a mission to catch them. In order to get closer to the leaders of the ring he joins forces with an undercover cop who's working as a gangster hitman. They use all means of excessive force to find them.
Project AProject A · 1983
Project A
7.21983
MovieActionAdventure
In late 19th century Hong Kong, the British may rule the land, but the pirates rule the waters. Coast Guard officer Dragon Ma is determined that his beloved Coast Guard will not be made a fool of.
Project A Part IIProject A Part II · 1987
Project A Part II
7.11987
MovieActionComedy
Dragon is now transferred to be the police head of Sai Wan district, and has to contend with a gangster kingpin, anti-Manchu revolutionaries, some runaway pirates, Manchu Loyalists and a corrupt police superintendent.
All's Well, Ends WellAll's Well, Ends Well · 1992
All's Well, Ends Well
7.11992
MovieComedyRomance
Three brothers living with their father fib and play pranks to win parental approval for themselves and their romances.
The Carnal Sutra MatThe Carnal Sutra Mat · 1986
The Carnal Sutra Mat
5.31986
MovieComedy
Adapted from the same infamous ancient text as the popular 1992 opus Sex and Zen, this film. Mei Yeung-sun is a man of letters who is less than thrilled with his sex life with his comely young wife Ti Yuk-xiang. Yet when Mei uncovers the family sex manual, their physical relationship improves considerably. So successful is the transformation that the two spend all of their time in the sack, much to the consternation of the girl's father. Later, Mei leaves home supposedly to become an official in the big city. In fact, Mei really plans to troll around the countryside and have sex with as many women as possible. Thanks to the advice of master thief Tsoi Kwun-lung, Mei visits a noted doctor and leaves the place with a massive newly installed penis. Brimming with cocksure confidence, he soon seduces lonely housewife Yim-fong. Her thuggish husband Kuan Low-si soon gets his revenge.
Perfect ExchangePerfect Exchange · 1993
Perfect Exchange
6.21993
MovieMysteryComedy
Mindy Chan (Andy Lau) is a top-notched gambler/swindler. His girlfriend Lily (Christy Chung) and friend Ah Chi are card dealers at the casino where bad guy Lau and his mistress Mona (Anita Lee) frequent. Chor Hung (Tony Leung Ka-Fai), a play on the Chinese name for famed retired actress Cherie Chung, is a senior security guard at the local prison. During a card game, Ah Chi and Mindy swindle millions of dollars from Lau, but they are caught. Lau makes a deal with Mindy - in exchange for Ah Chi (who had been kidnapped), Mindy needs to go to prison and find out where a guy named Robinson (Kwan Hoi-San) has hidden $3 billion dollars worth of bonds.
The BanquetThe Banquet · 1991
The Banquet
5.81991
MovieComedy
Developer Tsang Siu Chi and his agent have bought two of a group of four properties. Rival developer Boss Hung has secured the other two. Both aim to buy all four so they can knock them down and build hotels.
Devil of RapeDevil of Rape · 1992
Devil of Rape
6.01992
MovieHorrorComedy
A rich, but bored man is possessed by an evil spirit that causes him to seduce and rape women.

Movies

Hard BoiledHard Boiled · 1992
Hard Boiled
7.51992
MovieActionThriller
A cop who loses his partner in a shoot-out with gun smugglers goes on a mission to catch them. In order to get closer to the leaders of the ring he joins forces with an undercover cop who's working as a gangster hitman. They use all means of excessive force to find them.
Project AProject A · 1983
Project A
7.21983
MovieActionAdventure
In late 19th century Hong Kong, the British may rule the land, but the pirates rule the waters. Coast Guard officer Dragon Ma is determined that his beloved Coast Guard will not be made a fool of.
Project A Part IIProject A Part II · 1987
Project A Part II
7.11987
MovieActionComedy
Dragon is now transferred to be the police head of Sai Wan district, and has to contend with a gangster kingpin, anti-Manchu revolutionaries, some runaway pirates, Manchu Loyalists and a corrupt police superintendent.
All's Well, Ends WellAll's Well, Ends Well · 1992
All's Well, Ends Well
7.11992
MovieComedyRomance
Three brothers living with their father fib and play pranks to win parental approval for themselves and their romances.
The Carnal Sutra MatThe Carnal Sutra Mat · 1986
The Carnal Sutra Mat
5.31986
MovieComedy
Adapted from the same infamous ancient text as the popular 1992 opus Sex and Zen, this film. Mei Yeung-sun is a man of letters who is less than thrilled with his sex life with his comely young wife Ti Yuk-xiang. Yet when Mei uncovers the family sex manual, their physical relationship improves considerably. So successful is the transformation that the two spend all of their time in the sack, much to the consternation of the girl's father. Later, Mei leaves home supposedly to become an official in the big city. In fact, Mei really plans to troll around the countryside and have sex with as many women as possible. Thanks to the advice of master thief Tsoi Kwun-lung, Mei visits a noted doctor and leaves the place with a massive newly installed penis. Brimming with cocksure confidence, he soon seduces lonely housewife Yim-fong. Her thuggish husband Kuan Low-si soon gets his revenge.
Perfect ExchangePerfect Exchange · 1993
Perfect Exchange
6.21993
MovieMysteryComedy
Mindy Chan (Andy Lau) is a top-notched gambler/swindler. His girlfriend Lily (Christy Chung) and friend Ah Chi are card dealers at the casino where bad guy Lau and his mistress Mona (Anita Lee) frequent. Chor Hung (Tony Leung Ka-Fai), a play on the Chinese name for famed retired actress Cherie Chung, is a senior security guard at the local prison. During a card game, Ah Chi and Mindy swindle millions of dollars from Lau, but they are caught. Lau makes a deal with Mindy - in exchange for Ah Chi (who had been kidnapped), Mindy needs to go to prison and find out where a guy named Robinson (Kwan Hoi-San) has hidden $3 billion dollars worth of bonds.
The BanquetThe Banquet · 1991
The Banquet
5.81991
MovieComedy
Developer Tsang Siu Chi and his agent have bought two of a group of four properties. Rival developer Boss Hung has secured the other two. Both aim to buy all four so they can knock them down and build hotels.
Devil of RapeDevil of Rape · 1992
Devil of Rape
6.01992
MovieHorrorComedy
A rich, but bored man is possessed by an evil spirit that causes him to seduce and rape women.
Portland Street BluesPortland Street Blues · 1998
Portland Street Blues
5.81998
MovieCrimeDrama
In a triad underworld dominated by men, the film tells the story of how Sister 13 (Sandra Ng) faces the trials and tribulations of rising to become the Hung Hing branch leader of Portland Street, in this first official spin-off movie from the Young & Dangerous Series.
The Lost GenerationThe Lost Generation · 1983
The Lost Generation
3.71983
MovieDrama
The plot follows a group of women who struggle in Hong Kong, most of them illegal immigrants from mainland China.
Heroes Among HeroesHeroes Among Heroes · 1993
Heroes Among Heroes
6.31993
MovieAction
Expert fighters must band together in an ultimate martial arts showdown when Southern China’s High Officers begin smuggling opium over the border and endangering the lives of the local villagers. With no one to protect them and an Emperor that does not honor them, the people turn to the Master Fighters Lin Shih Tsui and Hwang Fei Hung to battle the evil officers and bring justice to the land.
Hong Kong, Hong KongHong Kong, Hong Kong · 1983
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
6.41983
MovieDramaRomance
Hong Kong, Hong Kong is the story of a young woman, Man Si Sun, who has arrived illegally in Hong Kong from mainland China, and Kong Yuen Sang, a young man who is a gambler and wannabe boxing champion.
Kung Fu KidKung Fu Kid · 1994
Kung Fu Kid
7.01994
MovieAction
This classical tale of Shaolin Temple disciples versus the Manchurian Ching government displays Shaolin martial arts at its best in empty hand combat. After the siege of the Shaolin Monastery by the Ching gevernment in the 18th century, students of Shaolin led by Hung See-Kwan, continue to rebel agains the Manchus. Hung then joins forces with the well-known hero Fong Sai Yuk. Hung is now a wanted criminal by Ching leader Kow Ching Chung, former disciple of Shaolin. Fong's association with Hung brings tragedy to his family as they are raided and killed by Kow's troops. Fong and Hung prepare for the final battle as they vow to bring Kow to his knees to avenge Shaolin and their families.
The Unmatchable MatchThe Unmatchable Match · 1990
The Unmatchable Match
7.31990
MovieActionCrime
Chow is an undercover cop who must befriend former triad kingpin Chan Wai-Man to investigate a brutal diamond heist. It turns out that Chan is innocent of the theft, but not of the fencing of the stolen goods
My Heart Is That Eternal RoseMy Heart Is That Eternal Rose · 1989
My Heart Is That Eternal Rose
7.31989
MovieActionCrime
The fallout resulting from a botched Triad gang smuggling job forces a young couple to separate - she becomes a kingpin’s unwilling moll and he travels to the Philippines to work as a contract killer. Six years later, the two are reunited in a chance encounter, but their rekindled emotions and people from their past lead them into extreme danger.
A Moment of Romance IIA Moment of Romance II · 1993
A Moment of Romance II
5.71993
MovieActionCrime
A street racer encounters a mainland courtesan under an extraordinary circumstances. A moment of Romance between them follows after.
What Is A Good TeacherWhat Is A Good Teacher · 2000
What Is A Good Teacher
7.32000
MovieDrama
Mr. Kong is not a typical Hong Kong teacher. He isn't happy just teaching his students in his class, but he would rather go to rave parties and play along with them, as well as follow his female students and sit with them in their revision classes. However, by the time Mr. Kong wins the hearts of his students, the school revealed that he is not qualified to be a teacher.
O.C.T.B. Case - The Floating BodyO.C.T.B. Case - The Floating Body · 1995
O.C.T.B. Case - The Floating Body
4.81995
MovieCrimeHorror
An ex-con staying at the home of his brother gets into a fight with his sister-in-law. When the fight turns physical she bumps her head. When she collapses from the injury he fears she's dead and what will happen next. He then dismembers her, in what is one of the most horrific scenes, and throws the parts into Hong Kong Harbor. Unfortunately for him the bags with the parts float to the surface and the police, lead by Officer Al are on the case.
Casino TycoonCasino Tycoon · 1992
Casino Tycoon
6.51992
MovieThrillerCrime
Set in World War II, Casino Tycoon chronicles the story of Benny, a young graduate, who flees Hong-Kong during the Japanese invasion and heads for gambling haven Macau. Once in Macau, he impresses a local business man who has ties to organised crime, he slowly builds his way up in the ranks of the Macau underworld which ultimately leads to trouble.
Whore & PolicewomanWhore & Policewoman · 1993
Whore & Policewoman
9.01993
MovieCrimeAction
An unexpected pairing for a Whore and a Policewoman pair up to solve some murders and get raped in this wacky and violent CAT-III flick from Hong Kong.
The Monkey Soldiers Come to the RescueThe Monkey Soldiers Come to the Rescue · 1963
The Monkey Soldiers Come to the Rescue
1963
MovieHistoryDrama
The Monkey Soldiers Come to the Rescue is a Hong Kong Drama starring Sammo Hung in a child role
The Young VagabondThe Young Vagabond · 1985
The Young Vagabond
5.41985
MovieActionComedy
A martial artist must train incessantly to defeat the brutally powerful thief called Centipede.
The StruggleThe Struggle · 1980
The Struggle
1980
MovieCrime
Crime film.
Man of the TimesMan of the Times · 1993
Man of the Times
5.01993
MovieCrimeComedy
A look at the life and times of Chan Chi Chiu--an ambitious cop's journey to become the highest ranking officer in Hong Kong.

TV Shows

A Kindred SpiritA Kindred Spirit · 1995
A Kindred Spirit
1995
SeriesDramaComedy
A Kindred Spirit was a television drama series that was broadcast on TVB Jade in Hong Kong from 15 May 1995 to 13 November 1999. It is one of the longest running drama shows in Hong Kong television history. Its exceptional longevity still amazes people in a city where scripted TV drama programs typically only last around 20 episodes. The total number of episodes is 1,128. Each episode airs a few days in each week. The show centres on a family who operates a barbecue pork restaurant in Happy Valley, Hong Kong, and their life.
The File Of JusticeThe File Of Justice · 1992
The File Of Justice
8.01992
SeriesDramaMystery
The Files of Justice is a series of Hong Kong legal drama produced by TVB. There were 5 seasons produced, the first was aired in 1992 spanning 13 episodes. The series revolves around a group of lawyers and legal personnel with stories interwoven between their personal lives and the court cases in which they’re engaged. This drama is Bobby Au Yeung's TV debut.
Police CadetPolice Cadet · 1984
Police Cadet
7.01984
SeriesDrama
Police Cadet '84 was a TV series which included such stars in TVB as Tony Leung, Maggie Cheung, and notably, Carina Lau. The story centered on a couple of young "cadets" in the Police Cadet School. Tragedy, romance, conflicts, and intrigues were featured. The series was immediately followed by a sequels titled "New Police Cadet '85" and "New Police Cadet '88". Both sequels stars Tony Leung.
The Legend of the Condor HeroesThe Legend of the Condor Heroes · 1983
The Legend of the Condor Heroes
8.21983
SeriesDrama
The Legend of the Condor Heroes is a Hong Kong television series adapted from Louis Cha's novel of the same title. It was first broadcast on TVB Jade in Hong Kong in 1983. The 59 episodes long series is divided into three parts. This 1983 version is considered by many to be a classic television adaptation of the novel and features the breakthrough role of Barbara Yung, who played Huang Rong.
The GiantsThe Giants · 1978
The Giants
10.01978
SeriesDrama
The Giants is a TVB television series, premiered on 15 May 1978. Theme song "The Giants" composition and arrangement by Joseph Koo, lyricist by Wong Jim, sung by Roman Tam.
Over the RainbowOver the Rainbow · 1979
Over the Rainbow
1979
SeriesDrama
Over the Rainbow is a TVB television series, premiered on 29 January 1979. Theme song "Over the Rainbow" composition and arrangement by Joseph Koo, lyricist by Wong Jim, sung by Liza Wang.
Chor Lau-heungChor Lau-heung · 1979
Chor Lau-heung
8.01979
SeriesSci-Fi & Fantasy
A Hong Kong adaption of Gu Long's Chu Liuxiang novel series.
Vanity FairVanity Fair · 1978
Vanity Fair
1978
SeriesDrama
Vanity Fair is a TVB television series, premiered on January 2, 1978. Theme song "Vanity Fair" composition by Joseph Koo, lyricist by Wong Jim, arrangement by Joseph Koo and Choi Tak Choi, sung by Paula Tsui.
ConflictConflict · 1978
Conflict
8.01978
SeriesDrama
Conflict is a TVB television series, premiered on October 2, 1978. Theme song "Conflict" composition and arrangement by Joseph Koo, lyricist by Wong Jim, sung by Jenny Tseng.
Cold Blood Warm HeartCold Blood Warm Heart · 1996
Cold Blood Warm Heart
7.01996
SeriesDramaCrime
Bong (Adam Cheng) blamed Sing (Kwan Hoi San) for abandoning his mother and refused to acknowledge him as his father even he was one of the richest men in town. He loved and admired his foster father Kin (Bow Fong), who was a retired cop. He and his brother Lap (Gallen Lo) followed Kin’s footsteps and joined the force. Bong’s half-brother Kei (Poon Chi Man) was involved in a murder case and Bong in turn got suspended since his superior Kin (Julian Cheung) suspected he was Kei’s conspirator. Fortunately, he was proved innocent by Hang (Eddie Cheung)......
Demi-Gods and Semi-DevilsDemi-Gods and Semi-Devils · 1982
Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils
7.51982
SeriesDrama
Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils is a 1982 Hong Kong television series adapted from Louis Cha's novel Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils. The 50 episodes long series is divided into two parts, with their Chinese titles as 天龍八部之六脈神劍 and 天龍八部之虛竹傳奇 respectively.
The Justice of LifeThe Justice of Life · 1989
The Justice of Life
8.01989
SeriesDramaComedy
After the death of his fiancee (Pauline Yeung), triad legend Ming Tin (Alex Man) washes his hands of the underworld, retreating to a quiet life running a small mahjong parlor. He originally disavowed himself of romance as well, but two very different women (Tanny Tien and Teresa Mo) wander into his life. Ming Tin lives with his mother (Lee Heung Kam), uncle (Ng Man Tat), and cousin Gam Sui (Stephen Chow). Ming Tin and Gam Sui are as close as brothers, but Gam Sui's father has a grudge against Ming Tin, leading to many barbs and bickers in this odd family. When Gam Sui and his father unwittingly stumble onto the wrong sides of the track, it's up to Ming Tin to pull them back with his old connections.
The Duke of Mount DeerThe Duke of Mount Deer · 1984
The Duke of Mount Deer
7.41984
SeriesComedySci-Fi & Fantasy
The Duke of Mount Deer is a Hong Kong television series adapted from Louis Cha's novel The Deer and the Cauldron. It was first aired on TVB in 1984.
New Heavenly Sword and Dragon SabreNew Heavenly Sword and Dragon Sabre · 1986
New Heavenly Sword and Dragon Sabre
10.01986
Series
New Heavenly Sword and Dragon Sabre is a Hong Kong television series adapted from Louis Cha's novel The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber. The series was first broadcast on TVB Jade in Hong Kong in 1986.
The Good The Bad The UglyThe Good The Bad The Ugly · 1979
The Good The Bad The Ugly
9.01979
Series
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly is a TVB television series, premiered on 1 September 1979. Theme song "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" composition and arrangement by Joseph Koo, lyricist by Tang Wai Hung, sung by Teresa Cheung.
Looking Back in AngerLooking Back in Anger · 1989
Looking Back in Anger
10.01989
SeriesDrama
Looking Back in Anger was a 1989 Hong Kong TV series and one of the most watched TVB series by Chinese people in Hong Kong and around the world. Many factors contributed to the success of this series. As well as its tragic but memorable storyline, this series featured a strong cast, with Felix Wong, Deric Wan, Carina Lau, Kathy Chow Hoi-Mei and Maggie Shiu. The popular theme song of the series "Yat sang ho kau" was sung by Danny Chan and later by Deric Wan himself.
This Land Is MineThis Land Is Mine · 1979
This Land Is Mine
1979
SeriesDrama
It tells about the new beginning of the 1980s, the rapid development of new towns in the New Territories, and the changes in the culture of the people in the New Territories due to urbanization. The center of the story is the Sun Kwong Village in Yuen Long, especially the protagonist Ho Man Tat (played by Lau Chung Yan), how to work hard In the end, she became unscrupulous and pursued the wealthy Yang Lijun (played by Feng Baobao), which finally became the main line of the play.
Twilight of a NationTwilight of a Nation · 1988
Twilight of a Nation
1988
SeriesDrama
Twilight of a Nation is a Hong Kong television series based on the events of the Taiping Rebellion and the rise and fall of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom during the late Qing Dynasty. The 45 episodes long series was produced by Siu Sang and was first aired on TVB Jade in Hong Kong in November 1988. It was broadcast again on TVB in 1996. The theme songs and insert songs in the series were performed by Roman Tam.
The BrothersThe Brothers · 1980
The Brothers
1980
SeriesDrama
The Brothers is a TVB television series which premiered on 21 April 1980. The show's theme song "The Brothers", was composed and arranged by Joseph Koo, with Wong Jim, writing the lyrics. It was originally sung by Cantopop singer, Roman Tam
The Price Of Growing UpThe Price Of Growing Up · 1987
The Price Of Growing Up
7.01987
SeriesDrama
The Lonely HunterThe Lonely Hunter · 1981
The Lonely Hunter
1981
SeriesDrama
The Rough RideThe Rough Ride · 1985
The Rough Ride
10.01985
SeriesDrama
The Rough Ride is a TVB television series, premiered in 1985. Theme song "Me and You, He and Me" composition and arrangement by Joseph Koo, lyricist by Wong Jim, sung by Anita Mui.
The Legend of the Book and SwordThe Legend of the Book and Sword · 1987
The Legend of the Book and Sword
1987
Series
The Feud of Two BrothersThe Feud of Two Brothers · 1986
The Feud of Two Brothers
8.51986
SeriesDrama
The series follows Fang Jinchang, who was born into a poor family. Through hard work and diligence, he becomes a police inspector and is about to marry his fiancée, Xie Yueming. However, he has a despicable and malicious biological younger brother named Zhong Weishun. Zhong Weishun was separated from Fang Jinchang in their childhood and was adopted by a wealthy stepfather. For personal gain, Zhong Weishun harms his biological father and, leveraging his family's influence, causes Fang Jinchang to be dismissed from his job and his engagement to be broken off. Later, with the help of Song Chuqiao, Fang Jinchang seeks revenge against his own brother.