Yu Gye-seon

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

33Total Films

8.2 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 1, 1923

Birth Place: Pyongyang, Korea

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Yu Gye-seon reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 33 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Yu Gye-seon'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Yu Gye-seon 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 Yu Gye-seon Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Yu Gye-seon's career based on audience ratings.

★8.2

★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

★7.0

★7.0

Aimless Bullet: Two brothers—Chul-ho, an accountant with a toothache and a pregnant wife, and Yong-ho, an unemployed ex-soldier wounded

Aimless Bullet

1961•Drama

★7.0

★7.0

Gunsmoke: O Jin-u of a rich family and a female private tutor at his house are in love, but his family are against their marriage

Gunsmoke

1966•Drama

★6.7

★6.7

The Way of Hwarang: His parents captured by the Baekje armies, prince Eo-jin infiltrates the enemy castle alone to seek revenge. His plot is

The Way of Hwarang

1962•History

★6.5

A College Woman's Confession (1958) movie poster

★6.5

A College Woman's Confession: Choi So-young (Choi Eun-hee), a poor female law student is in trouble because her grandmother, who had been sending her

A College Woman's Confession

1958•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Yu Gye-seon.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1968	Witch Castle	-	Flop	Similar →
1967	Lost People	-	Flop	Similar →
1966	Wild Flowers	-	Flop	Similar →
1966	Gunsmoke	-	Hit	Similar →
1965	The Story of Bae Local Offcial	-	Flop	Similar →
1965	7 Women P.O.W's	-	Flop	Similar →
1965	Woman Is Better	-	Flop	Similar →
1964	Her Majesty Yeonghwa	Hu-nyeo's Mother	Flop	Similar →
1964	The Devil's Stairway	Jeong-ja's Mother	Hit	Similar →
1964	The Beautiful Maid	Mrs. Oh	Flop	Similar →
1962	Heartlessness	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	The Way of Hwarang	Queen Seondeok	Hit	Similar →
1962	A Salaryman	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Tyrant Yeonsan	Gwi-in Jeong	Average	Similar →
1961	Prince Yeonsan	Jung Gwi-in	Super Hit	Similar →
1961	Lim Kkeok-jeong	-	Flop	Similar →
1961	Lady Jang	Queen Dowager Jo	Average	Similar →
1961	A Wanted Man	-	Average	Similar →
1961	Aimless Bullet	Madame	Hit	Similar →
1961	The Love Story of Chun-hyang	-	Flop	Similar →
1960	A Widow	-	Flop	Similar →
1960	Mr. Park	Aunt	Flop	Similar →
1959	Chun Hui	Mae-ri	Flop	Similar →
1959	King Gojong and Martyr An Jung-Geun	Kim Veronica (Ahn Jung-geun's wife)	Average	Similar →
1958	The River of Temptation	-	Flop	Similar →
1958	A College Woman's Confession	Wife	Hit	Similar →
1957	Love	-	Flop	Similar →
1956	Prince in Yam Clothes	-	Flop	Similar →
1956	The Tragedy of King Dan Jong	-	Flop	Similar →
1955	The Widow	-	Average	Similar →
1947	Dawn of Nation	-	Flop	Similar →
1946	Hurrah! For Freedom	Mi-hyang	Flop	Similar →
1941	Miles Away from Happiness	-	Flop	Similar →

Yu Gye-seon - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Yu Gye-seon?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yu Gye-seon is "Prince Yeonsan" with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has Yu Gye-seon acted in?

Yu Gye-seon has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Yu Gye-seon?

Other notable films include "Aimless Bullet", "Gunsmoke", and "The Way of Hwarang".