Lucy Liu

Born:December 2, 1968

Place of Birth:New York City, New York, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Lucy Liu, born on December 2, 1968, is a versatile American actress who has left an indelible mark on both the big and small screens. Throughout her career, Liu has showcased her exceptional talent, earning numerous accolades and nominations, including a Critics' Choice Television Award, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and a Seoul International Drama Award.

One of Liu's most iconic roles was as Ling Woo in the popular television series "Ally McBeal" from 1998 to 2002. Her portrayal of the sharp-tongued and cunning lawyer captured the audience's attention and solidified her as a standout performer in the industry. Liu's on-screen presence continued to shine as she took on the role of Alex Munday in the action-packed "Charlie's Angels" films in 2000 and 2003, showcasing her versatility as an actress.

In addition to her television work, Liu has made a significant impact in the world of film, starring in a diverse range of projects. From the crime thriller "Payback" in 1999 to the martial arts comedy "Shanghai Noon" in 2000, Liu has demonstrated her ability to excel in various genres. Her role in the critically acclaimed musical "Chicago" in 2002 further highlighted her range as an actress, solidifying her status as a versatile performer.

Liu's talent extends beyond live-action performances, as she has also lent her voice to several animated projects. From voicing Master Viper in the beloved "Kung Fu Panda" franchise to bringing Silvermist to life in the enchanting "Tinker Bell" series, Liu's voice acting skills have captivated audiences of all ages. Her ability to infuse characters with depth and emotion through her voice alone is a testament to her talent and versatility as an actress.

In recent years, Liu has continued to impress audiences with her diverse range of roles, including her portrayal of Joan Watson in the crime-drama series "Elementary" from 2012 to 2019. Her nuanced performance as a modern-day interpretation of Dr. Watson garnered critical acclaim and further solidified her status as a powerhouse in the industry. Liu's dedication to her craft and her ability to bring depth and complexity to her characters have made her a respected and admired figure in Hollywood.

Beyond her on-screen work, Liu is also known for her philanthropic efforts and advocacy work. She has been a vocal supporter of various causes, using her platform to raise awareness and effect positive change in the world. Liu's commitment to using her voice for good reflects her compassionate nature and her desire to make a difference in the lives of others.

As an actress, voice artist, and advocate, Lucy Liu continues to captivate audiences with her talent, versatility, and unwavering dedication to her craft. With a career spanning decades and a diverse range of roles under her belt, Liu remains a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry. Her ability to bring depth, emotion, and authenticity to every character she portrays sets her apart as a true talent and a beloved figure in Hollywood.

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Red One

Zoe

2024

After Santa Claus (codename: Red One) is kidnapped, the North Pole's Head of Security must team up with the world's most infamous tracker in a globe-trotting, action-packed mission to save Christmas.

Presence

Rebekah Payne

2025

A couple and their children move into a seemingly normal suburban home. When strange events occur, they begin to believe there is something else in the house with them. The presence is about to disrupt their lives in unimaginable ways.

Old Guy

Anata

2024

Stuck at a dead end but vying for the love of spunky club manager Anata, aging contract killer Danny Dolinski is thrilled when The Company pulls him back in the field, but only to train Gen Z newcomer Wihlborg, a prodigy assassin with an attitude.

Kung Fu Panda

Viper (voice)

2008

When the Valley of Peace is threatened, lazy Po the panda discovers his destiny as the "chosen one" and trains to become a kung fu hero, but transforming the unsleek slacker into a brave warrior won't be easy. It's up to Master Shifu and the Furious Five -- Tigress, Crane, Mantis, Viper and Monkey -- to give it a try.

Kill Bill: Vol. 1

O-Ren Ishii

2003

An assassin is shot by her ruthless employer, Bill, and other members of their assassination circle – but she lives to plot her vengeance.

Shazam! Fury of the Gods

Kalypso

2023

Billy Batson and his foster siblings, who transform into superheroes by saying "Shazam!", are forced to get back into action and fight the Daughters of Atlas, who they must stop from using a weapon that could destroy the world.

Kung Fu Panda 2

Viper (voice)

2011

Po and his friends fight to stop a peacock villain from conquering China with a deadly new weapon, but first the Dragon Warrior must come to terms with his past.

Kill Bill: Vol. 2

O-Ren Ishii 'Cottonmouth'

2004

The Bride unwaveringly continues on her roaring rampage of revenge against the band of assassins who had tried to kill her and her unborn child. She visits each of her former associates one-by-one, checking off the victims on her Death List Five until there's nothing left to do … but kill Bill.

Tinker Bell

Silvermist (voice)

2008

Journey into the secret world of Pixie Hollow and hear Tinker Bell speak for the very first time as the astonishing story of Disney's most famous fairy is finally revealed in the all-new motion picture "Tinker Bell."

Secret of the Wings

Silvermist (voice)

2012

Tinkerbell wanders into the forbidden Winter woods and meets Periwinkle. Together they learn the secret of their wings and try to unite the warm fairies and the winter fairies to help Pixie Hollow.

Charlie's Angels

Alex Munday

2000

The captivating crime-fighting trio who are masters of disguise, espionage and martial arts are back! When a devious mastermind embroils them in a plot to destroy individual privacy, the Angels, aided by their loyal sidekick Bosley, set out to bring down the bad guys. But when a terrible secret is revealed, it makes the Angels targets for assassination.

Tinker Bell and the Legend of the NeverBeast

Silvermist (voice)

2014

An ancient myth of a massive creature sparks the curiosity of Tinker Bell and her good friend Fawn, an animal fairy who’s not afraid to break the rules to help an animal in need. But this creature is not welcome in Pixie Hollow — and the scout fairies are determined to capture the mysterious beast, who they fear will destroy their home. Fawn must convince her fairy friends to risk everything to rescue the NeverBeast.

Mulan II

Mei (voice)

2004

Fa Mulan gets the surprise of her young life when her love, Captain Li Shang asks for her hand in marriage. Before the two can have their happily ever after, the Emperor assigns them a secret mission, to escort three princesses to Chang'an, China. Mushu is determined to drive a wedge between the couple after he learns that he will lose his guardian job if Mulan marries into the Li family.

Jerry Maguire

Former girlfriend

1996

Jerry Maguire used to be a typical sports agent: willing to do just about anything he could to get the biggest possible contracts for his clients, plus a nice commission for himself. Then, one day, he suddenly has second thoughts about what he's really doing. When he voices these doubts, he ends up losing his job and all of his clients, save Rod Tidwell, an egomaniacal football player.

Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure

Silvermist (voice)

2009

A blue harvest moon will rise, allowing the fairies to use a precious moonstone to restore the Pixie Dust Tree, the source of all their magic. But when Tinker Bell accidentally puts all of Pixie Hollow in jeopardy, she must venture out across the sea on a secret quest to set things right.

Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue

Silvermist (voice)

2010

During a summer stay on the mainland, Tinker Bell is accidentally discovered while investigating a little girl's fairy house. As the other fairies, led by the brash Vidia, launch a daring rescue in the middle of a fierce storm, Tink develops a special bond with the lonely, little girl.

Tinker Bell and the Pirate Fairy

Silvermist (voice)

2014

Zarina, a smart and ambitious dust-keeper fairy who’s captivated by Blue Pixie Dust and its endless possibilities, flees Pixie Hollow and joins forces with the scheming pirates of Skull Rock, who make her captain of their ship. Tinker Bell and her friends must embark on an epic adventure to find Zarina, and together they go sword-to-sword with the band of pirates led by a cabin boy named James, who’ll soon be known as Captain Hook himself.

Lucky Number Slevin

Lindsey

2006

Slevin is mistakenly put in the middle of a personal war between the city’s biggest criminal bosses. Under constant watch, Slevin must try not to get killed by an infamous assassin and come up with an idea of how to get out of his current dilemma.

Payback

Pearl

1999

With friends like these, who needs enemies? That's the question bad guy Porter is left asking after his wife and partner steal his heist money and leave him for dead -- or so they think. Five months and an endless reservoir of bitterness later, Porter's partners and the crooked cops on his tail learn how bad payback can be.

Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle

Alex Munday

2003

The Angels are charged with finding a pair of missing rings that are encoded with the personal information of members of the Witness Protection Program. As informants are killed, the ladies target a rogue agent who might be responsible.

The Tiger's Apprentice

Nua Kua / Cynthia (voice)

2024

After the death of his grandmother, Tom Lee discovers he is part of a long lineage of magical protectors known as the Guardians. With guidance from a mythical tiger named Hu and the other Zodiac animal warriors, Tom trains to take on an evil force that threatens humanity.

Strange World

Callisto Mal (voice)

2022

A journey deep into an uncharted and treacherous land, where fantastical creatures await the legendary Clades—a family of explorers whose differences threaten to topple their latest, and by far most crucial, mission.

Pixie Hollow Games

Silvermist (voice)

2011

Rosetta and new arrival Chloe band together to try to break the garden fairies' legendary losing streak in the Pixie Hollow Games, a sports spectacle filled with pixie pageantry, fantastic fairy events and hilarious surprises.

Shanghai Noon

Princess Pei Pei

2000

Chon Wang, a clumsy imperial guard, trails Princess Pei Pei when she's kidnapped from the Forbidden City and transported to America. Wang follows her captors to Nevada, where he teams up with an unlikely partner, outcast outlaw Roy O'Bannon, and tries to spring the princess from her imprisonment.

Chicago

Kitty Baxter

2002

Murderesses Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart find themselves on death row together and fight for the fame that will keep them from the gallows in 1920s Chicago.

Set It Up

Kirsten Stevens

2018

Two overworked and underpaid assistants come up with a plan to get their bosses off their backs by setting them up with each other.

Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair

O-Ren Ishii (Cottonmouth)

2011

An assassin is shot and almost killed by her ruthless employer, Bill, and other members of their assassination circle – but she lives to plot her vengeance.

Domino

Taryn Miles

2005

The story of the life of Domino Harvey, who abandoned her career as a Ford model to become a bounty hunter.

Watching the Detectives

Violet

2007

Neil, a self-proclaimed film geek and owner of Gumshoe video, has always been content to live vicariously through his favorite films noir. But when he meets Violet, a real-life femme fatale, his mundane world gets turned upside down and the line between reality and the movies quickly begins to blur.

The Man with the Iron Fists

Madame Blossom

2012

In feudal China, a blacksmith who makes weapons for a small village is put in the position where he must defend himself and his fellow villagers.

True Crime

Toy Store Girl

1999

Boozer, skirt chaser, careless father. You could create your own list of reporter Steve Everett's faults but there's no time. A San Quentin Death Row prisoner is slated to die at midnight – a man Everett has suddenly realized is innocent.

Kung Fu Panda: Secrets of the Scroll

Viper (voice)

2016

As Po looks for his lost action figures, the story of how the panda inadvertently helped create the Furious Five is told.

Kung Fu Panda Holiday

Viper (voice)

2010

The Winter Feast is Po's favorite holiday. Every year he and his father hang decorations, cook together, and serve noodle soup to the villagers. But this year Shifu informs Po that as Dragon Warrior, it is his duty to host the formal Winter Feast at the Jade Palace. Po is caught between his obligations as the Dragon Warrior and his family traditions: between Shifu and Mr. Ping.

Afro Samurai: Resurrection

Sio (voice)

2009

Afro Samurai avenged his father and found a life of peace. But the legendary master is forced back into the game by a beautiful and deadly woman from his past. The sparks of violence dropped along Afro’s bloody path now burn out of control – and nowhere are the flames of hatred more intense than in the eyes of Sio.

Cypher

Rita Foster

2002

An unsuspecting, disenchanted man finds himself working as a spy in the dangerous, high-stakes world of corporate espionage. Quickly getting way over-his-head, he teams up with a mysterious femme fatale.

QT8: The First Eight

Self

2019

A detailed account of the life and artistic career of legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino, from his early days as a video club manager to the scandalous fall in disgrace of producer Harvey Weinstein. A story about how to shoot eight great movies and become an icon of modern pop culture.