Kim Gi-jong

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

39Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 4, 1926

Birth Place: South Korea

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kim Gi-jong reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 39 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Kim Gi-jong'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 5% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kim Gi-jong remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Pursuit of Death, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Kim Gi-jong Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kim Gi-jong's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0

★7.0

Pursuit of Death: In 1980s South Korea, a former cop, now in destitution, is placed in a rehabilitation center, where, by chance, he finds

Pursuit of Death

1980•Drama

★7.0

★7.0

Splendid Outing: An overworked female executive is haunted by strange dreams. She is compelled to travel to a remote fishing village wher

Splendid Outing

1978•Drama

★6.4

★6.4

Yeong-ja's Heydays: Chang-su recalls the girl whom he loved before he entered the military. At that time she had been working as a housemaid

Yeong-ja's Heydays

1975•Drama

★6.2

The Song of Crazy Love (1990) movie poster

★6.2

The Song of Crazy Love: Yi-su, a 37 year-old professor, can't forget her first love Joon-ho who's missing in action in Vietnam. She meets Hyun-w

The Song of Crazy Love

1990•Drama

★5.6

★5.6

The Super Ninja: John, a police officer is framed and drugs are found in his home. He is arrested and brutally interrogated. Using his

The Super Ninja

1984•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kim Gi-jong.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1992	Marriage Story	Father	Flop	Similar →
1990	새벽외출	Professor	Flop	Similar →
1990	The Song of Crazy Love	-	Average	Similar →
1990	You, My Ecstatic Hell	-	Flop	Similar →
1987	Imbecile 3	-	Flop	Similar →
1986	Woman's Wail	-	Flop	Similar →
1986	The Liberal Wife 2	-	Flop	Similar →
1985	Elaborate Seduction	-	Flop	Similar →
1984	Warm It Was That Winter	Director	Flop	Similar →
1984	The Super Ninja	-	Average	Similar →
1983	The Green Pine Tree	-	Flop	Similar →
1983	여자가 더 좋아	-	Flop	Similar →
1983	Devil in the Heart	-	Flop	Similar →
1983	Winter Woman Part 2	-	Flop	Similar →
1982	Woman and Rain	-	Flop	Similar →
1981	Three Times Each for Short and Long Ways	-	Flop	Similar →
1981	Liberal Wife '81	-	Flop	Similar →
1980	Pursuit of Death	-	Hit	Similar →
1980	Lonely Star of Osaka	-	Flop	Similar →
1980	Song Of The Dead	-	Flop	Similar →
1980	Three Women Under the Umbrella	-	Flop	Similar →
1979	Do You Know Kotsuni?	-	Flop	Similar →
1979	Naked Woman	-	Flop	Similar →
1979	Unsettling Afternoon	-	Flop	Similar →
1978	I Am Lady Number 77	-	Flop	Similar →
1978	Miss Yang's Adventure	-	Flop	Similar →
1978	Splendid Outing	-	Hit	Similar →
1978	A War Diary	-	Flop	Similar →
1977	A Traveler with Love	-	Flop	Similar →
1977	K&J	-	Flop	Similar →
1977	You Are the Sun, I Am the Moon	-	Flop	Similar →
1975	Why Did I Do That?	Chief of Jongno Police Station	Flop	Similar →
1975	Lee Jung-Seob, a Painter	-	Flop	Similar →
1975	Yeong-ja's Heydays	-	Average	Similar →
1975	A Triangular Trap	-	Average	Similar →
1974	It Rained Yesterday	-	Flop	Similar →
1974	Myonyeo	-	Flop	Similar →
1974	Ecstasy	-	Flop	Similar →
1974	A Seagull's Dream	-	Flop	Similar →

Kim Gi-jong - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kim Gi-jong?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kim Gi-jong is "Pursuit of Death" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Kim Gi-jong acted in?

Kim Gi-jong has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kim Gi-jong?

Other notable films include "Splendid Outing", "Yeong-ja's Heydays", and "The Song of Crazy Love".