Nam Seung-min
ActingAbout Nam Seung-min
Born in Gangwon-do in 1911, his real name is Nam Tae-won. In 1935, he entered the film industry with a small role in director Bang Han-jun's Sprinkler. Afterwards, he appeared in Lee Gyu-hwan's A New Beginning (1939) and Kim Yu-young's Daffodil (1940). He appeared in a number of propaganda and cultural films, including Choi In-gyu's Children of the Sun (1944) and Kyung-kyun Shin's Our War (1945). After liberation, he appeared in director Lee Kyu-hwan's The Adventures of Smart (1946) and director Yoon Yong-gyu's Hometown of the Heart (1949). He defected to North Korea during the Korean War.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nam Seung-min reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Nam Seung-min'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 6% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nam Seung-min remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Hometown in Heart, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Nam Seung-min Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nam Seung-min's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nam Seung-min.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Village at the Demarcation Line | Do-kyun | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | A woman's story | old man Liu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Red Flare | old man Choi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Love the Future | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | 애국자 | Song Yong-sik | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Road of Happiness | Nam-goo Hwang | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Miss of Guerrillas | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Scouts | Commander of the Puppet Army Division | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Defenders of the native land | Byeong-su Nam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Teen Guerrillas | Secretary of the County Committee of the Labor Party | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | A Hometown in Heart | Temple Cook | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Adventure of Ttolttori | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Dear Soldier | Yoshiki Hiramatsu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Straits of Chosun | Seki | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Look Up at the Blue Sky | Patriot | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | I Will Go | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Rural Life | Kiyokawa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Narcissus | - | Flop | Similar → |
Nam Seung-min - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nam Seung-min?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nam Seung-min is "A Hometown in Heart" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Nam Seung-min acted in?
Nam Seung-min has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nam Seung-min?
Other notable films include "Teen Guerrillas", "Red Flare", and "A woman's story".