
Kim Jong-soo
ActingAbout Kim Jong-soo
Kim Jong-soo (김종수) is a South Korean actor. His acting career began in 1985 when he took on the role of Alan in the play Equus. He gained recognition through his performances in various theatrical productions in Ulsan, earning him several awards. In 1996, he was honored with the Gyeongnam Theater Award for Best Actor, followed by the Outstanding Acting Award at the Ulsan Theater Festival in 2000 and the Mayor's Achievement Award at the Ulsan Arts Festival in 2002. Moreover, he also held the position of president in the Ulsan Actors Association. In 2007, Kim Jong-Soo made his film debut with an appearance in Secret Sunshine, directed by Lee Chang-dong. Subsequently, he appeared in movies like No Forgiveness, Wish, War on Crime, Home Sweet Home, The King of Flattery, Man in Love, Legendary Fist and Minority Opinion. Kim has been recognized through his supporting roles in television dramas such as Six Flying Dragons, The Producers, Three Days, Misaeng: Incomplete Life, Pied Piper, Kingdom, The Emperor: Owner of the Mask, and Snowdrop. Starting from 2016, he embarked on a series of film projects, starring in The Prosecutor's Abduction, Seondal: The Man Who Sells the River, Asura: The City of Madness, Tunnel, Horror Stories 3, One Way Trip, The Map Against the World and Insane.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kim Jong-soo reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Kim Jong-soo'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 70% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kim Jong-soo remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in 1987: When the Day Comes, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kim Jong-soo Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kim Jong-soo's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kim Jong-soo.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Love Barista | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | Good News | President | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Lobby | Motors CEO | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Bogotá: City of the Lost | Geun-tae | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Killers | CEO (segment "Contractors") | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Revolver | Director | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Hijack 1971 | Jang Young-hwan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Alienoid: Return to the Future | Government Official | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Hopeless | Joong-beom | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Dr. Cheon and the Lost Talisman | Mr. Hwang | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Ransomed | Minister Choi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Smugglers | Lee Jang-choon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Dream | Kim Hwan-dong | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Phantom | Projectionist | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Life Is Beautiful | Mokpo High School Teacher | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Hunt | Director Ahn | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Kingmaker | Park Ki-soo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Samjin Company English Class | Bong Hyun-chul | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Okay! Madam | Choi Young-cheol | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Baseball Girl | Coach Park | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Start-Up | Mr. Gong | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Bring Me Home | Team Leader Choi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Daddy in the Bag | Dad | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Money | Team Director Kim | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Innocent Witness | Man-ho | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Extreme Job | Chicken Restaurant Owner | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Drug King | Security Chief | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Dark Figure of Crime | Captain Ma-soo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Spy Gone North | Chairman Kim's Voice | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | 1987: When the Day Comes | Park Jung-ki | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Room No.7 | Real Estate Agent | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Poet and the Boy | CEO of Dongin | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Sheriff In Town | Yong-hwan | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Mayor | Advertiser | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Our Love Story | Ji-soo's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Asura: The City of Madness | Eun Choong-ho | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Tunnel | Drilling Company Executive | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Seondal: The Man Who Sells the River | Phoenix fraud noble man | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Horror Stories 3 | Father-in-law (segment 1) | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Insane | Director Cha | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | One Way Trip | Chief Oh | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Unfair | Jo Goo-hwan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Twenty | Dong-woo's Uncle | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Mongolian Princess | Actor | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Socialphobia | Professor | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Ordinary Family | Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Your Noir | Young-Kwang | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Nameless Gangster | Manager Jang | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Poongsan | North Korean Defector | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Secret Sunshine | Mr. Shin | Hit | Similar → |
Kim Jong-soo - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kim Jong-soo?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kim Jong-soo is "1987: When the Day Comes" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Kim Jong-soo acted in?
Kim Jong-soo has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kim Jong-soo?
Other notable films include "Innocent Witness", "Samjin Company English Class", and "Socialphobia".




