
Esther K. Chae
ActingAbout Esther K. Chae
Esther Chae studied at Korea University, the University of Michigan, and the Yale School of Drama. She has a Master's degree in Theater Studies and another in Acting. Chae is also an inaugural TED Fellow and has presented her talks at numerous conferences. Chae has also taught and lectured at NYU's Tisch Performance Studies, Yale School of Drama, USC, University of Baltimore, Maryland and Cal State San Marcos. She currently teaches Advanced Acting for TV and Film at Emerson College in Los Angeles, and is also a Visiting Professor at Yonsei University, in Korea. Through her career, she has appeared in TV shows like 24, Lost, and NCIS. She has also appeared in films like Sisters and Collateral. Aside from her work as an actress, Chae is also a consultant on Korean entertainment.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Esther K. Chae reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Esther K. Chae's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 75% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Esther K. Chae remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Soul, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Esther K. Chae Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Esther K. Chae's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Esther K. Chae.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | KPop Demon Hunters | Additional Voices (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Soul | Miho (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Over the Moon | Lunarians (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Always Be My Maybe | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Sisters | Party Girl (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Collateral | Dancer at Night Club (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | S.W.A.T. | Reporter #2 | Average | Similar → |
Esther K. Chae - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Esther K. Chae?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Esther K. Chae is "Soul" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Esther K. Chae acted in?
Esther K. Chae has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Esther K. Chae?
Other notable films include "KPop Demon Hunters", "Collateral", and "Over the Moon".




