Simon Lui (Chinese: 吕兆祥) is a Hong Kong actor, screenwriter and film director. Active primarily in the 1990s and early 2000s, he is noted for his supporting and comedic roles in a range of Hong Kong cinematic productions.
Career
Lui began appearing in films toward the late 1980s, gaining prominence through recurring parts in the long‑running horror‑comedy series Troublesome Night (1997–2003). In addition to acting, he has contributed screenplays and directed several low‑budget genre films, often within the horror and comedy categories.
Selected filmography
- Troublesome Night (1997) – supporting actor
- Troublesome Night 2 (1998) – supporting actor
- Troublesome Night 3 (1998) – supporting actor
- The Vampire Who Cried Love (1999) – screenwriter and actor
- Troublesome Night 4 (1999) – supporting actor
- The Legend of the Condor Heroes (TV series, 1994) – guest appearance (uncredited)
Style and reputation
Lui is recognized for portraying quirky, often self‑deprecating characters, contributing to the comedic tone of many low‑budget Hong Kong productions. His work in the Troublesome Night franchise, which blended horror elements with slapstick humor, is frequently highlighted in discussions of late‑20th‑century Hong Kong genre cinema.
Personal life
Publicly available biographical details about Lui’s early life, education, and activities outside the film industry are limited.
References
- Hong Kong Film Archive records on the Troublesome Night series.
- Film credits listed in the Hong Kong Movie Database (HKMDB).
Note: The information presented reflects data available from established film industry records and the Hong Kong Movie Database. No speculative or unverified personal details are included.