Biography
Xu Zheng, born on April 18, 1972, in Shanghai, China, is a celebrated Chinese actor, director, screenwriter, and producer. He graduated from the Shanghai Theatre Academy in 1994 and initially gained fame for his comedic roles in television series like Sunny Piggy (2000). This show not only brought him national recognition but also introduced him to his future wife, actress Tao Hong. Xu transitioned to films and became a household name with his directorial debut, Lost in Thailand (2012), which he also co-wrote, co-produced, and starred in. The movie became a massive success, breaking box office records in China. He followed this with other hits like Lost in Hong Kong (2015) and Dying to Survive (2018), showcasing his versatility as both an actor and filmmaker. Known for his ability to blend humor with social commentary, Xu Zheng has become one of China's most influential figures in the entertainment industry. His works often explore themes of human connection and societal issues, resonating with audiences both in China and internationally.
Acted in 81
2020s
- 2026
The Great Skull
Movie
- 2025
Fake Dad
Director Ma
- 2024
Upstream
Gao Zhilei
- 2022
Farewell, Beijing
Yu Xingrong
- 2021
B for Busy
Lao Bai
My Country, My Parents
Zhao Pingyang (segment "Duck Prophet")
Memory Dissection
Movie
- 2020
Lady Land
TV
My People, My Homeland
Xiao Fan
Lost in Russia
Xu Ivan
2010s
- 2019
Crazy Alien
Alien
- 2018
The Island
TV
The Drug Hunter
Wu Xiong · 50 episodes
A or B
钟小年
- 2017
- 2016
Eating on the Road
TV
- 2015
真心英雄
TV
- 2014
Breakup Buddies
Hao Yi
The Great Hypnotist
Xu Ruining
- 2013
No Man's Land
Pan Xiao
Fake Fiction
David Ou
One Night Surprise
Movie
- 2012
The Bachelor
Cao Xiaoqiang · 30 episodes
Meet the In Laws
Fan Jianqiang
Love in the Buff
Sam
- 2011
Legend of Kung Fu Rabbit
Crocodile bandit (voice)
- 2010
Hee Travels
Tang Sanju
Lost on Journey
Chenggong Li
老爸快跑
TV
2000s
- 2009
Mars Baby
Movie
One Night in Supermarket
He Sanshui
I'm a Boss
Xu Tianlai · 34 episodes
Crazy Racer
Da Cheng
- 2008
Fit Lover
Xu Lang
- 2007
Crossed Lines
Movie
好男当家
周奉 · 3 episodes
Unfinished Girl
Movie
结婚进行曲
姚翔 · 23 episodes
Call For Love
Xu Lang
- 2006
铁将军阿贵
和亲王 · 35 episodes
The Lucky Stars
张果老 · 30 episodes
三揭皇榜
TV
To Live to Love
TV
- 2005
家和万事兴之快乐情缘
TV
- 2004
The Chinese Banquet
Zhang Dongguan · 30 episodes
- 2003
Love From Time Space
Zhu Yun Wen · 28 episodes
素女的故事
杨纯 / 吕洞宾 · 20 episodes
新七侠五义
Shi Yukun · 30 episodes
- 2002
No Lonely Angels
Zhao
爸爸叫红旗
TV
- 2000
Sunny Piggy
猪八戒 · 38 episodes
1990s
- 1999
Criminal
Hu Tian
红尘往事
TV
- 1998
战国红颜
施傻 · 40 episodes
- 1997
风生水起
陆野 · 18 episodes
- 1996
Blush
Movie
No release date
一部佳作的诞生
Movie
Lies Hunter
Xu Fei · 1 episode
Produced 9
2020s
- 2026
The Great Skull
Executive Producer
- 2025
Fake Dad
Executive Producer
- 2022
Breaking Through
Producer
- 2021
B for Busy
Producer
2010s
- 2019
- 2018
- 2014
The Great Hypnotist
Executive Producer
Directed 7
2020s
- 2024
Upstream
Director
- 2021
My Country, My Parents
Director
- 2020
My People, My Homeland
Director
Lost in Russia
Director
2010s
- 2019
- 2015
- 2012
Wrote 6
2020s
- 2024
Upstream
Writer
- 2022
Farewell, Beijing
Writer
- 2021
My Country, My Parents
Writer
- 2020
My People, My Homeland
Writer
Lost in Russia
Screenplay
2010s
- 2019
Art department 1
2010s
- 2015
Appearances4
2010s
- 2019
My People, My Country: Behind-The-Scenes
Self · 7 episodes
1960s
- 1962
Thanked in the credits1
2020s
- 2025
Her Turn
Thanks