Wu Ma

Chinese actor, director, and writer whose prolific career spanned five decades and over 300 screen appearances in Hong Kong Cinema.

What do we know about Wu Ma?

Here are the key biographical details about Wu Ma:

  • Name: Wu Ma
  • Also Known As: 午馬, Ma Wo, Ng Ma
  • Date of Birth: September 22, 1942
  • Place of Birth: Tianjin, China
  • Date of Death: February 4, 2014
  • Gender: Male
  • Job Title: Actor
  • Crew Jobs: Director, Producer, Assistant Director, Writer, Screenplay

Who is Wu Ma?

Wu Ma (Chinese: 午馬, 22 September 1942 – 4 February 2014) was a Chinese actor, director, producer and writer. Wu Ma made his screen debut in 1963, and with over 300 appearances to his name (plus over 40 directorial credits within a twenty-five year period), Wu Ma was one of the most familiar faces in the history of Hong Kong Cinema. He was best known as the Taoist ghosthunter in A Chinese Ghost Story.

What is Wu Ma known for?

With over 386 credits, Wu Ma's most celebrated screen appearances include:

  • Police Story 2 (1988, Movie)
  • Project A (1983, Movie)
  • Once Upon a Time in China (1991, Movie)
  • Wheels on Meals (1984, Movie)
  • A Chinese Ghost Story (1987, Movie)
  • Dragons Forever (1988, Movie)
  • 14 Blades (2010, Movie)
  • Winners and Sinners (1983, Movie)
  • Miracles: The Canton Godfather (1989, Movie)
  • Heart of Dragon (1985, Movie)

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