Jeon Chang-geun - Actor Profile

Jeon Chang-geun

Directing
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
11Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 18, 1908
Birth Place: Hamgyong-bukto, Protectorate Empire of Korea [now North Korea]

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jeon Chang-geun reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Jeon Chang-geun's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jeon Chang-geun remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Confession of an Actress, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jeon Chang-geun Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jeon Chang-geun's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0
Confession of an Actress (1967) movie poster
★9.0

Confession of an Actress: Confession of an Actress is about an actor who was once a famous star. He had a daughter with an actress who he loved wh

Confession of an Actress

1967•Drama
★6.0
King Gojong and Martyr An Jung-Geun (1959) movie poster
★6.0

King Gojong and Martyr An Jung-Geun: At the end of the Joseon Dynasty, shortly after the Eulsa Treaty has been forced to be concluded by Ito Hirobumi and the

King Gojong and Martyr An Jung-Geun

1959•History
★5.2
Hurrah! For Freedom (1946) movie poster
★5.2

Hurrah! For Freedom: During the country's occupation Choi was only allowed to make Japan-friendly films, but the plot of Hurrah! For Freedom

Hurrah! For Freedom

1946•War
★4.0
Ah! Baekbeom Kim Ku (1960) movie poster
★4.0

Ah! Baekbeom Kim Ku: Kim Chang-su, who participated in the Donghak Movement, escapes to Manchuria after being chased by the Japanese army, fi

Ah! Baekbeom Kim Ku

1960•Drama
★0.0
Miles Away from Happiness (1941) movie poster
★0.0

Miles Away from Happiness: To resolve the conflict between the Korean and Manchu border villages, the Korean protagonist sets fire to the Korean vi

Miles Away from Happiness

1941•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jeon Chang-geun.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1969 I Want to Be Human - Flop Similar →
1967 Confession of an Actress Director Jeon Super Hit Similar →
1965 The Tiger Moth - Flop Similar →
1965 The Martyrs - Flop Similar →
1964 The Soviet-Manchurian Border - Flop Similar →
1964 Border Line - Flop Similar →
1960 Ah! Baekbeom Kim Ku Kim Gu (Changsoo) Flop Similar →
1959 King Gojong and Martyr An Jung-Geun Ahn Jung-geun Average Similar →
1956 The Tragedy of King Dan Jong - Flop Similar →
1946 Hurrah! For Freedom Han-joong Flop Similar →
1941 Miles Away from Happiness - Flop Similar →

Jeon Chang-geun - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jeon Chang-geun?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jeon Chang-geun is "Confession of an Actress" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Jeon Chang-geun acted in?

Jeon Chang-geun has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jeon Chang-geun?

Other notable films include "King Gojong and Martyr An Jung-Geun", "Hurrah! For Freedom", and "Ah! Baekbeom Kim Ku".