1. Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior (2003)
Role: Ting
The film that launched Tony Jaa’s international fame, featuring raw, CGI-free Muay Thai combat.

Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior follows Ting, a young martial artist from a peaceful Thai village, who is forced into the dangerous underworld of Bangkok to recover the stolen head of his village’s sacred Buddha statue, Ong-Bak. With no weapons and only his Muay Thai skills, Ting faces brutal fights, gangsters, and high-speed chases in his quest. His raw power, agility, and deep sense of honor turn him into an unstoppable force. The film introduced the world to Tony Jaa and revolutionized martial arts cinema with its intense, stunt-heavy action.

2. Tom-Yum-Goong (2005) (aka The Protector)
Role: Kham
Famous for its 4-minute one-take fight scene. Jaa plays a man fighting to rescue his family’s sacred elephants.

Tom-Yum-Goong (also known as The Protector) stars Tony Jaa as Kham, a young man from Thailand whose beloved elephants—symbols of his heritage—are stolen and smuggled to Australia by an international crime syndicate. Traveling to Sydney, Kham unleashes his powerful Muay Thai skills to take on brutal gangsters, corrupt officials, and deadly assassins in a relentless quest to rescue his elephants. The film is renowned for its bone-crunching action, one-take fight scenes, and Tony Jaa’s breathtaking physical performance.

3. Ong-Bak 2: The Beginning (2008)
Role: Tien
A historical martial arts epic where Jaa also served as co-director. Stylized, brutal, and beautifully choreographed.

Ong-Bak 2 serves as a prequel to the original film, set in ancient Thailand. It follows the journey of Tien, a nobleman’s son who witnesses the brutal murder of his family and is left for dead. Rescued and raised by a group of martial arts masters and thieves, Tien grows into a fierce warrior skilled in multiple fighting styles. Driven by vengeance, he embarks on a bloody path to confront the warlord responsible for his family’s death. With stunning choreography and historical flair, the film blends raw emotion and epic battles.

4. Ong-Bak 3 (2010)
Role: Tien
A continuation of Tien’s journey, blending martial arts with Buddhist philosophy and mysticism.

Ong-Bak 3 continues the saga of Tien, who is captured and brutally tortured by Lord Rajasena’s forces after the events of Part 2. Broken in body and spirit, Tien is eventually rescued and brought to the Kana Khone villagers, where he begins a long and painful recovery. Through meditation, inner peace, and spiritual awakening, Tien learns to let go of vengeance and embrace a higher path. But when darkness threatens the kingdom again, he must face a final, mystical showdown. Combining martial arts with themes of redemption and destiny, the film brings the trilogy to a dramatic close.

5. SPL 2: A Time for Consequences (2015) (aka Kill Zone 2)
Role: Chatchai
A powerful drama-meets-action film where Tony Jaa faces Wu Jing in gripping, emotional showdowns.

SPL 2: A Time for Consequences is a gripping Hong Kong action thriller that intertwines fate, family, and brutal justice. Undercover Hong Kong cop Kit is captured by a Thai crime syndicate involved in human organ trafficking and imprisoned in a Bangkok jail. There, he meets Chatchai, a compassionate Thai prison guard desperate to save his daughter who needs a bone marrow transplant. As both men realize their lives are unexpectedly connected, they must overcome language barriers, deadly enemies, and moral dilemmas in a race against time. Featuring powerful action and emotional depth, the film stars Tony Jaa and Wu Jing in standout roles.

6. Furious 7 (2015)
Role: Kiet
Tony Jaa’s Hollywood debut, fighting Paul Walker and Jason Statham in high-octane action sequences.

Furious 7 picks up as Dominic Toretto and his crew face their most personal threat yet: Deckard Shaw, a rogue special forces assassin seeking revenge for his comatose brother. As the team is hunted across the globe, they join forces with a secret government agency to retrieve a powerful surveillance device known as “God’s Eye” before it falls into the wrong hands. Packed with gravity-defying stunts, emotional stakes, and high-speed chases, the film balances explosive action with heartfelt moments—especially as it bids farewell to Brian O’Conner, played by the late Paul Walker.

7. xXx: Return of Xander Cage (2017)
Role: Talon
Starring alongside Vin Diesel, Jaa brings his signature fight style to a global spy-thriller setting.

In xXx: Return of Xander Cage, extreme athlete-turned-secret agent Xander Cage (Vin Diesel) emerges from self-imposed exile when a deadly weapon called “Pandora’s Box” falls into the wrong hands. Tasked with retrieving it, Xander recruits a team of bold, unconventional operatives to take on a group of deadly warriors led by the ruthless Xiang (Donnie Yen). With non-stop stunts, explosive action, and globe-trotting missions, the film delivers adrenaline-fueled thrills as Xander proves that he’s still the ultimate badass in the spy game.

8. Master Z: Ip Man Legacy (2018)
Special appearance
Features thrilling fights with Michelle Yeoh and Max Zhang — a martial arts fan’s delight.

Master Z: Ip Man Legacy follows Cheung Tin Chi, the defeated rival of Ip Man, as he tries to live a quiet life after leaving the martial arts world. Running a small grocery store, he hopes to raise his son in peace. But when he crosses paths with a ruthless drug syndicate led by a powerful foreign gangster (Dave Bautista), he is forced to fight once more. With fierce battles, stylish choreography, and appearances by Michelle Yeoh and Tony Jaa, the film explores redemption, honor, and the spirit of a warrior who cannot escape his destiny.

9. Triple Threat (2019)
Role: Payu
A dream team of martial artists — Tony Jaa, Iko Uwais, Scott Adkins, and Tiger Chen — in an explosive action film.

Triple Threat is a high-octane martial arts action film that brings together some of the world’s top action stars. When a billionaire’s daughter becomes the target of a deadly assassination plot due to her efforts to bring down a major crime syndicate, a group of elite mercenaries must protect her at all costs. Featuring explosive action and intense hand-to-hand combat, the film stars Tony Jaa, Iko Uwais, and Tiger Chen as unlikely heroes taking on ruthless killers played by Scott Adkins, Michael Jai White, and more. It’s a nonstop adrenaline ride packed with global action powerhouses.

10. Detective Chinatown 3 (2021)
Cameo
While his role is brief, Tony Jaa’s presence in this blockbuster brings extra action credibility.

In Detective Chinatown 3, eccentric detective duo Tang Ren and Qin Feng head to Tokyo to solve a major murder case as part of an international detective competition. What begins as a high-profile investigation quickly spirals into chaos as they uncover a complex conspiracy involving the Yakuza, corrupt officials, and rival detectives. Packed with slapstick humor, clever twists, and fast-paced action, the film blends mystery and comedy on a grand scale, showcasing the vibrant streets of Tokyo and the duo’s quirky brilliance.