Kim Yun-seok
ActingAbout Kim Yun-seok
Kim Yoon-seok (김윤석) is a South Korean actor. He was born on January 21, 1968. Kim's theater background first led him to be cast in minor roles on film and television. His breakout role came as the villain in gambling film Tazza: The High Rollers (2006), but it was his performance as a pimp and ex-cop in surprise hit The Chaser (2008) that brought him acting awards and stardom in his forties. Kim has since become an acclaimed leading actor in Korean cinema, in films such as Running Turtle (2009), The Yellow Sea (2010), Punch (2011), and The Thieves (2012).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kim Yun-seok reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 34 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Kim Yun-seok'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 76% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kim Yun-seok 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 Yun-seok Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kim Yun-seok's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kim Yun-seok.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Virus | Lee Gyun | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | About Family | Mu-ok | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Noryang: Deadly Sea | Admiral Yi Sun-Shin | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Escape from Mogadishu | Ambassador Han Shin-sung | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Another Child | Dae-won | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Dark Figure of Crime | Kim Hyeong-min | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | 1987: When the Day Comes | Park Cheo-won | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Fortress | Kim Sang-heon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Will You Be There | Soo-hyun | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Priests | Father Kim | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Classified File | Gong Gil-yong | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | C'est Si Bon | Oh Geun-tae (40s) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Tazza: The Hidden Card | Ah-gwi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Sea Fog | Captain | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Hwayi: A Monster Boy | Seok-tae | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | South Bound | Choi Hae-gap | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Thieves | Macao Park | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Punch | Lee Dong-joo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Yellow Sea | Myeon Jeong-hak | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Woochi: The Demon Slayer | Hwa-dam | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Running Turtle | Detective Phil-sung | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Chaser | Jung-ho | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Happy Life | Seong-wook | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Tazza: The High Rollers | Ah-gwi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Like a Virgin | Dong-ku's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Running Wild | Ju Hyun-tae | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | My Girl and I | Biology Teacher | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | All for Love | Dong-man | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | To Catch a Virgin Ghost | Hak-gyu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Big Swindle | Detective Lee | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Oollala Sisters | Sachae Quik | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Kiss Me Much | Bailiff 1 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Young Lover | Student at karaoke | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | White Blast | Gap-su | Flop | Similar → |
Kim Yun-seok - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kim Yun-seok?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kim Yun-seok is "1987: When the Day Comes" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Kim Yun-seok acted in?
Kim Yun-seok has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kim Yun-seok?
Other notable films include "The Chaser", "Another Child", and "Hwayi: A Monster Boy".