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David Cheung
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Filmmaker · Actor · Stunt performer

David Cheung

British Chinese actor, stunt performer and filmmaker working across London and Los Angeles. Credits include Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Barbie and Star Wars: Andor.

London & Los Angeles · British Stunt Register since 2018

Spider-ManBarbieStar Wars: AndorMission: ImpossibleMortdecai
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About David

From London to Los Angeles.

David Cheung is a filmmaker, actor, stunt performer and fight choreographer with over 20 years of martial arts training across more than six disciplines and experience on over 100 movie productions. He works across film, television and commercials and has been a member of the British Stunt Register since 2018.

David has made films at Jackie Chan Film Camps, with his work screened in front of the Jackie Chan Stunt Team. He has also made movies in Japan and had them screened in front of Kenji Tanigaki and Koichi Sakamoto. His work brings together performance, choreography and practical filmmaking experience.

Acting training includes Identity School of Acting, RADA and The Actors Temple. His physical disciplines include martial arts, trampoline, swimming, climbing, scuba diving and rally driving.

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Selected credits

Film and television stunt credits.

Ten selected feature-film credits, from screen action to stunt doubling. Explore David’s work across major productions.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day — film poster

Spider-Man: Brand New Day

2026 · Stunt performer

Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning — film poster

Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning

2025 · Stunts

Barbie — film poster

Barbie

2023 · Stunt double: Simu Liu

Wicked — film poster

Wicked

2024 · Stunt performer

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom — film poster

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom

2023 · Stunt performer

Black Widow — film poster

Black Widow

2021 · Stunt performer

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 — film poster

Sonic the Hedgehog 3

2024 · Stunts

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore — film poster

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore

2022 · Stunt performer

Atlas — film poster

Atlas

2024 · Stunt double: Simu Liu · UK re-shoot

Damsel — film poster

Damsel

2024 · Stunts

SAG-AFTRA · Actor Awards

1 win. 4 nominations.

Shared recognition for outstanding action performance as part of a stunt ensemble, as listed on IMDb.

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning — production poster

2026 · Winner

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning

Motion picture stunt ensemble

Wicked — production poster

2025 · Nominee

Wicked

Motion picture stunt ensemble

Barbie — production poster

2024 · Nominee

Barbie

Motion picture stunt ensemble

Star Wars: Andor — production poster

2023 · Nominee

Star Wars: Andor

Television stunt ensemble

Black Widow — production poster

2022 · Nominee

Black Widow

Motion picture stunt ensemble

View awards and shared ensemble credits on IMDb ↗

More work. More experience.

Television credits include Star Wars: Andor and Doctor Who. Acting work includes Right Hand Man in Mortdecai and Sergeant Eli Davidson in ARENE.

Stunt doubling

Stunt-double work for Chris Chung, Simu Liu, Henry Golding and Jason Wong.

See the work

Acting and stunt showreels.

Watch David Cheung’s acting showreel, stunt performance and fight choreography, with selected film, television and commercial work.

Lead performance

Jackie Chan-inspired short

China · Japan · United Kingdom

Filmmaking across borders.

Films made in China and Japan. Screenings before established action filmmakers. Experience to bring to your next project.

China

Jackie Chan Stunt Team

David made films at Jackie Chan Film Camps and had them screened in front of the Jackie Chan Stunt Team. Alongside his training in China, this developed his experience of filming and directing screen action.

Explore the China training highlight ↗

Japan

Koichi Sakamoto & Kenji Tanigaki

David has made movies in Japan and had them screened in front of Kenji Tanigaki and Koichi Sakamoto. His experience also includes action training in Japan and a fight test filmed and directed by Sakamoto.

Watch the Japan fight test ↗

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Action. As it happens.

Watch selected recent work, training and behind the scenes directly here.

Training · Japan

Fight test directed by Koichi Sakamoto

Behind the scenes

Shooting a movie in Japan

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Packages & products

Choose your next move.

One-to-one guidance, a stronger reel, or action for your next production. Pick the service that fits your goal.

David Cheung speaking at San Diego Comic-Con

£100 · One hour online

Online coaching & career mentoring

Get feedback on your film idea, screen action or audition, or plan your next career move. Choose a date and time, then pay securely.

Choose a time · £100
David Cheung in an action scene from ARENE

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Action videography & reel package

A full shoot day with professional direction, 4K camera work and cinematic editing. Discuss your reel, location and shoot requirements.

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David Cheung on the spacecraft set of ARENE

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Filmmaking & action development

Develop your short film, action scene or branded project with practical input on visual storytelling, choreography and filming action.

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Action still from ARENE featuring David Cheung

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Fight choreography

Screen-action design for films, commercials, music videos and branded content. Build choreography around your story and performers.

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David Cheung practising acrobatics in a gymnastics hall

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Workshops

Screen-action workshops for drama schools, acting studios and film courses, tailored to your group and goals.

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David Cheung in costume on the Doctor Who set

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Stunt & action performance

Stunt performance and action roles for film, television and commercial productions. Share your brief, dates and requirements.

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Looking for signed photos? Browse the autograph shop →

Private coaching & mentoring

Online coaching & career mentoring.

Over 20 years of martial arts training. More than six disciplines. Over 100 movie productions. Bring that experience to your next step.

David Cheung speaking at San Diego Comic-Con

One-to-one · Online

Acting & filmmaking coaching

£100for one hour

Learn from over 20 years of martial arts training across more than six disciplines and experience on over 100 movie productions. Your private online session can focus on your short-film idea, action-scene storytelling, performance or choreography feedback, audition preparation, or film-industry career mentoring. Draw on David’s filmmaking experience at Jackie Chan Film Camps and in Japan to shape practical next steps for your work.

Choose a time · £100 / 1 hour

Choose your date and time, then pay securely. £100 for one hour online. Availability: 7am–1am UK time (GMT/BST). Your video-call link will be emailed before the session.

Not sure where to start? Request a free 15-minute consultation

Film industry career mentoring

Turn ambition into a plan.

For emerging actors, stunt performers and filmmakers who want a clearer route into the industry, guided by experience on over 100 movie productions.

David shares first-hand experience of building a career between London and Los Angeles, developing a portfolio, approaching managers and agencies, networking, and preparing for international opportunities.

  • Identify your next career steps
  • Refine how you present your work
  • Plan approaches to representation
  • Understand the practical realities of an international career
Book career mentoring · £100 / 1 hour

Signed photos

Take home a piece of the story.

Explore David’s signed Star Wars: Andor photographs.

Good to know

A few details.

What does online coaching cost?

A one-to-one virtual session is £100 for one hour. Choose an available date and time, then pay securely through Shopify checkout. Your appointment is confirmed after payment.

Is online coaching a physical training class?

No. It is an online guidance and feedback session, focused on your work and preparation. It is not an in-person combat class or an accredited qualification.

Who is career mentoring for?

Emerging actors, stunt performers and filmmakers seeking practical guidance on their next steps. Career mentoring is included as a focus for your £100 one-hour online session.

Can you help with moving to Los Angeles?

David can share his personal experience of relocation, building industry relationships and seeking representation. Visa and immigration decisions require qualified professional advice.

How do I book production work?

Use the enquiry form with your project type, proposed dates and details. Production services are quoted individually.

Your next production. Your next chapter.

Let’s get to work.

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