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Wai Ka-fai

Wai Ka-fai

Director & actor · born 21 September 1962 · Hong Kong, British Crown Colony [now China]

Wai Ka-fai is a Hong Kong writer, filmmaker, producer and former TV director and producer.

Wai is best known for his frequent collaborations with Johnnie To, another former TV turned film director and producer. In 1996, they formed Milkyway Image, which is now one of the most successful independent film studios in Hong Kong. The films that the two have made together as directors and producers include Needing You..., Fat Choi Spirit, Love on a Diet, Help!!!, Love for All Seasons, Fulltime Killer, Turn Left, Turn Right and Running on Karma.

Where to start: Mad Detective (2007).

As director 19

As actor 1

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Wai Ka-fai movie?

By viewer score, Mad Detective (2007) at 7.1/10.

What are Wai Ka-fai’s most popular movies?

Mad Detective, Fulltime Killer, Running on Karma.

How many movies has Wai Ka-fai made?

20 films on TMDB, 19 as director, 1 as actor.

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