Choi Hong-il - Actor Profile

Choi Hong-il

Acting
Freshness: Jan 24, 2026
12Total Films
7.8 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 23, 1963

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Choi Hong-il reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Choi Hong-il'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Choi Hong-il remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Choi Hong-il Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Choi Hong-il's career based on audience ratings.

★7.8
Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet (2016) movie poster
★7.8

Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet: Based on a true story, renowned Korean poet, Yun Dong-ju, is detained and abused by the Japanese for participating in th

Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet

2016•Drama
★7.2
Cassiopeia (2022) movie poster
★7.2

Cassiopeia: Su-jin who tries to pursue a perfect life as a successful lawyer, single mother and daughter, plans to send her daughter

Cassiopeia

2022•Drama
★6.8
Untouchable Lawmen (2015) movie poster
★6.8

Untouchable Lawmen: Jung-Jin is a criminal profiler and he came from the FBI in the United States. Yoo-Min is a detective and he graduated f

Untouchable Lawmen

2015•Crime
★6.6
Le Grand Chef 2: Kimchi Battle (2010) movie poster
★6.6

Le Grand Chef 2: Kimchi Battle: "Le Grand Chef 2" begins with the Korean president visiting the Japanese Prime Minister and becoming involved in a heate

Le Grand Chef 2: Kimchi Battle

2010•Comedy
★6.3
Hot Blooded (2022) movie poster
★6.3

Hot Blooded: A veteran gangster, Hee-su, is looking to retire from his crime family in the violent port town of Kuam, Korea. But an

Hot Blooded

2022•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Choi Hong-il.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Family Secret - Average Similar →
2022 Hot Blooded Mr Han Average Similar →
2022 Cassiopeia Ji-man Hit Similar →
2019 Trap: Director's Cut Profiler Suk Flop Similar →
2018 The Wrath Lee Kyung-jin Average Similar →
2017 Romans 8:37 - Flop Similar →
2016 Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet Dong-ju's Father Super Hit Similar →
2015 Untouchable Lawmen Police Commissioner Hit Similar →
2014 The Avian Kind Hunter Average Similar →
2011 Super Monkey Returns Woo-ma king Flop Similar →
2010 Le Grand Chef 2: Kimchi Battle - Hit Similar →
2001 Say Yes Veterinarian Flop Similar →

Choi Hong-il - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Choi Hong-il?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Choi Hong-il is "Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet" with a rating of 7.8/10.

How many movies has Choi Hong-il acted in?

Choi Hong-il has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Choi Hong-il?

Other notable films include "Cassiopeia", "Untouchable Lawmen", and "Le Grand Chef 2: Kimchi Battle".