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Kim Chan

Chinese actor (1917–2008)

Kim Chan was a Chinese and American actor and producer, most notable as Lo Si, also called The Ancient, in Kung Fu: The Legend Continues, and as Mr. Kim in The Fifth Element. His other films include Moscow on the Hudson, Desperately Seeking Susan and Lethal Weapon 4.

Kim Chan appears in 4 films in The Rerun, from 1984 to 1998. Most of that work is in comedy, action and drama. Frequent collaborators in The Rerun: Paul Mazursky (2).

Known for

  • The Fifth Element (1997), Mr. Kim. One of his most notable roles, in the science fiction adventure.
  • Kung Fu: The Legend Continues, Lo Si. Played the character known as The Ancient in the series.
  • Lethal Weapon 4 (1998). A role in the 1998 action sequel.
  • Desperately Seeking Susan (1985). Appeared in the 1985 comedy.

Movies

Quick answers

What movies and TV shows has Kim Chan been in?
Kim Chan appears in Lethal Weapon 4 (1998), The Fifth Element (1997), Desperately Seeking Susan (1985) and Moscow on the Hudson (1984) on The Remote.
When was Kim Chan born?
Kim Chan was born on 28 December 1917.

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