Ki Joo-bong
ActingAbout Ki Joo-bong
Ki Joo-bong, born in 1955, is a South Korean actor. he majored in film and theatre from Sorabol Art University (now part of Chung-Ang University). He debuted in 1977 when he established the theater company 76 along with his brother KI Guk-seo, also an actor and stage director. They were not earning a lot, but KI didn’t mind. However, along with his marriage came the moral obligation of feeding his family and so he tried other jobs, without much success. He went back to the stage, and since the late 1990s began to appear in movies.
Ki Joo-bong Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ki Joo-bong reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ki Joo-bong's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 80% of Ki Joo-bong's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Choir of God, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ki Joo-bong Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ki Joo-bong's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ki Joo-bong has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Choir of God | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Old Woman with the Knife | Manager Choi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | In Our Day | Uiju | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Kill Boksoon | Ki | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | DAEMUGA | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Novelist's Film | Mansoo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | On the Line | President | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Introduction | Old Actor | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | An Old Lady | Dong-in | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Hotel by the River | Younghwan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Grass | Changsoo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Spy Gone North | President Kim Jong-il | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Merry Christmas Mr. Mo | Mo Geum-san | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Battleship Island | Ahn | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Day After | Taxi Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Seondal: The Man Who Sells the River | Yeogak owner | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Right Now, Wrong Then | Kim Wonho | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Office | Detective Squad Chief | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Coin Locker Girl | Man in Suite | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Empire of Lust | Jo Jun (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Hill of Freedom | Byeongjoo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | A Hard Day | Mr. Kim | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Suspect | Coroner | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Friend: The Great Legacy | Hyung-doo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Hide and Seek | Seong-soo's Stepfather | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Montage | Ear Doctor Han | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Secret Scandal | Hyun Sung-bong | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Nobody's Daughter Haewon | Hoowon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Day He Arrives | Producer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Ha Ha Ha | Curator of Tongyeong's Local History Museum | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Bronze Medalist | Director Baek (cameo) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Heartbreak Library | Hong-soo | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | My Dear Enemy | Man at Cousin's House | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Night and Day | Mr. Jang | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Crying Fist | Yu Sang-hwan's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | R-Point | Captain Park | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Mr. Handy | Chairman Yoon | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Into the Mirror | Jeong Il-seong | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Save the Green Planet! | Squad Leader Lee | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance | Engineer Peng | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Public Enemy | Song Haeng-ki | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Friend | Mustache | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Bungee Jumping of Their Own | Director of Student Affairs | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Asako in Ruby Shoes | Woo-in's Brother-in-Law | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Joint Security Area | General Pyo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Out Live | Kwak-jung | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Judgement | Funeral Director | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Nowhere to Hide | Chief of Criminal Unit | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | A Great Chinese Restaurant | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Quiet Family | Lonely Man | Hit | Similar → |
Ki Joo-bong - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ki Joo-bong?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ki Joo-bong is "Choir of God" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Ki Joo-bong acted in?
Ki Joo-bong has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ki Joo-bong?
Other notable films include "Joint Security Area", "On the Line", and "Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance".