Kim Hyeon-ju - Actor Profile

Kim Hyeon-ju

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
12Total Films
8.2 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 1, 1928

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kim Hyeon-ju reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Kim Hyeon-ju'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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kim Hyeon-ju remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Prince Yeonsan, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Kim Hyeon-ju Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kim Hyeon-ju's career based on audience ratings.

★8.2
Prince Yeonsan (1961) movie poster
★8.2

Prince Yeonsan: A historical drama about Prince Yeon-san of Joseon as a prince trying to restore the status of his mother, the deposed a

Prince Yeonsan

1961•Drama
★6.1
A Drifting Story (1960) movie poster
★6.1

A Drifting Story: This melodrama follows the trials and tribulations of a single mother who dares to love. Hyun Hee (Mun Jeong Suk) makes

A Drifting Story

1960•Romance
★6.0
Tyrant Yeonsan (1962) movie poster
★6.0

Tyrant Yeonsan: Prince Yeonsan-gun turns into a tyrant out of grief for his mother's death. He orders beheadings of all the officials wh

Tyrant Yeonsan

1962•History
★5.2
Nameless Stars (1959) movie poster
★5.2

Nameless Stars: The son of a freedom fighter, Sang-hun is a member of an anti-Japanese resistance group called "Seongjinhoe," composed o

Nameless Stars

1959•History
★4.0
A Happy Day of Jinsa Maeng (1962) movie poster
★4.0

A Happy Day of Jinsa Maeng: Jinsa Maeng's daughter is contracted to marry a nobleman's son, however, Jinsa Maeng is upset when he hears about a rumo

A Happy Day of Jinsa Maeng

1962•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kim Hyeon-ju.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1963 한양에서 온 성춘향 Baekhwa (Kisaeng) Flop Similar →
1962 A Happy Day of Jinsa Maeng Gap-soon (Gap-bun's friend) Flop Similar →
1962 Great Monk Wonhyo - Flop Similar →
1962 Tyrant Yeonsan - Average Similar →
1961 Prince Yeonsan - Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Love Story of Chun-hyang - Flop Similar →
1960 A Drifting Story Byeong Average Similar →
1960 Soil - Flop Similar →
1960 A Revival - Flop Similar →
1959 Nameless Stars - Flop Similar →
1958 When the Night Comes Again - Flop Similar →
1957 Love - Flop Similar →

Kim Hyeon-ju - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kim Hyeon-ju?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kim Hyeon-ju is "Prince Yeonsan" with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has Kim Hyeon-ju acted in?

Kim Hyeon-ju has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kim Hyeon-ju?

Other notable films include "A Drifting Story", "Tyrant Yeonsan", and "Nameless Stars".