Tony Jaa
Actor
Known for
Tony Jaa is a Thai martial artist and actor who electrified world cinema with a bone-crunching style performed without wires or CGI. Born in Surin province, he trained for years in Muay Thai and stunt work before exploding onto screens in 'Ong-Bak' and 'The Protector', whose raw, acrobatic fight scenes made him an international sensation. He carried that ferocity into Hollywood blockbusters such as 'Furious 7', 'xXx: Return of Xander Cage' and 'Monster Hunter'. A devoted student of traditional Thai boxing, he remains one of the most influential action performers of his generation.
Tony Jaa
Actor
Surin, Thailand
Feb 5, 1976
Age50years
Movies22
Series1
Tony Jaa is a Thai martial artist and actor who electrified world cinema with a bone-crunching style performed without wires or CGI. Born in Surin province, he trained for years in Muay Thai and stunt work before exploding onto screens in 'Ong-Bak' and 'The Protector', whose raw, acrobatic fight scenes made him an international sensation. He carried that ferocity into Hollywood blockbusters such as 'Furious 7', 'xXx: Return of Xander Cage' and 'Monster Hunter'. A devoted student of traditional Thai boxing, he remains one of the most influential action performers of his generation.
Movies
Plays Kiet
Furious 7
2015
Plays Talon
xXx: Return of Xander Cage
2017
Plays Ting
Ong-Bak
2003
Plays Decha
Expend4bles
2023
Plays The Hunter
Monster Hunter
2020
Plays Tony Jaa
Never Back Down: No Surrender
2016
Plays Sadi the Warrior
Master Z: Ip Man Legacy
2018
Plays Bai An
Striking Rescue
2024
Plays Kham
The Protector
2005
Director
Plays Tien
Ong Bak 2
2008
Plays Tak
Paradox
2017
Plays Jack Jaa
Detective Chinatown 3
2021
Plays Payu
Triple Threat
2019
Plays Chatchai
SPL 2: A Time for Consequences
2015
Plays Kueng
Jiu Jitsu
2020
Director
Plays Tien
Ong Bak 3
2010
Plays Kham
The Protector 2
2013
Plays Tony Vitayakul
Skin Trade
2014
Plays Master Jaa
Guardians of Martial Arts
2017
Plays Supermarket Fighter
The Bodyguard
2004
Plays Piggy Bank Vendor
The Bodyguard 2
2007
Plays Sak
Hard Gun
1996
Latest Trailers
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Striking Rescue
Full Filmography 23
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Tony Jaa and where are they from?
Tony Jaa is 50 years old, born on February 5, 1976 in Surin, Thailand.
What are the most famous roles of Tony Jaa?
Tony Jaa is best known for roles in Furious 7, xXx: Return of Xander Cage, Monster Hunter.
How many movies has Tony Jaa been in?
Over a 34-year career (since 1992), Tony Jaa has appeared in 22 movies and 1 TV shows.
What was Tony Jaa's first movie?
The career of Tony Jaa began with Siamese Lion (1992).
What is Tony Jaa's most recent movie or series?
Tony Jaa's most recent release is Lakadbaggha 2: The Monkey Business, which premiered on November 6, 2026.
What TV shows has Tony Jaa appeared in?
On television, Tony Jaa has appeared in Detective Chinatown, The Art of Action.
Tony Jaa
1976-02-05 · Surin, Thailand
Tatchakorn Yeerum, better known Tony Jaa, is a martial artist, actor, and director who transformed Thai action cinema with his intense, acrobatic fighting style. Inspired by Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and Jet Li, he trained in Muay Thai and gymnastics, developing a breathtaking mix of speed, agility, and raw power.
Jaa got his start in the film industry as a stunt double in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation (1997), where his impressive athleticism caught the eye of director Panna Rittikrai. Under Rittikrai’s mentorship, Jaa honed his craft and eventually starred in Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior (2003). The film, featuring real, wire-free stunts and bone-crunching Muay Thai, revolutionized Thai action cinema and gained worldwide acclaim.