Lee Min-ho
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Lee Min-ho (Hangul: 이민호; hanja: 李敏鎬, born June 22, 1987) is a South Korean actor, singer and model. Lee Min ho first gained widespread fame with Boys Over Flowers as Gu Jun-pyo in 2009. The role won him several awards, including the Best New Actor award in the category of television at the 45th Baeksang Arts Awards. He cemented his status as the leading-man with the success of future television shows: City Hunter (2011) — in which he was nominated for Most Popular Actor in the category of television at the 48th Baeksang Arts Awards as well as Outstanding Korean Actor at the 7th Seoul International Drama Awards — and The Heirs (2013), which garnered him another nomination for Most Popular Actor at the 50th Baeksang Arts Awards. The box office hit Gangnam Blues featured Lee in his first leading role in a film. Despite the release of two albums, My Everything (2013) and Song For You (2014), Lee has stated that his music are for his fans only and that he does not wish to pursue a singing career. During their respective releases, he embarked on a tour throughout Asia to meet his fans.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lee Min-ho reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Lee Min-ho's filmography leans towards the Action 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 57% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lee Min-ho remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Bounty Hunters, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Lee Min-ho Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lee Min-ho's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lee Min-ho.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy | Yu Jung-hyeok | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | DMZ, The Wild | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Bounty Hunters | Lee San | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Gangnam Blues | Kim Jong-dae | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Our School's E.T. | Oh Sang-hoon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Public Enemy Returns | Jung Ha-yeon | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Assassins | - | Flop | Similar → |
Lee Min-ho - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lee Min-ho?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lee Min-ho is "Bounty Hunters" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Lee Min-ho acted in?
Lee Min-ho has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lee Min-ho?
Other notable films include "Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy", "Public Enemy Returns", and "Our School's E.T.".