James Hong, precisely 5ft 9 (175.3 cm) tall, has leveraged his commanding stature throughout a prolific career spanning decades in film and voice acting.
His height perfectly suited authoritative roles like the enigmatic Hannibal Chew in Blade Runner and the mystical David Lo Pan in Big Trouble in Little China, enhancing his on-screen presence as a versatile character actor.
- Voiced wise elders in Mulan and Kung Fu Panda, where his stature informed his dignified image.
- Appeared in Wayne's World 2, The Golden Child, and Missing in Action, embodying intensity that his exact height amplified.
- Recent voice work as Zong Shi in Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans (2021) continues to showcase his enduring appeal.