Lee Hwang-ja

Acting

Freshness: Jan 27, 2026

10Total Films

8.2 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 1, 1930

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lee Hwang-ja reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Lee Hwang-ja'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 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lee Hwang-ja 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 Lee Hwang-ja Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Lee Hwang-ja'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

★6.1

★6.1

A Drifting Story: This melodrama follows the trials and tribulations of a single mother who dares to love. Hyun Hee (Mun Jeong Suk) makes

A Drifting Story

1960•Romance

★6.0

★6.0

Tyrant Yeonsan: Prince Yeonsan-gun turns into a tyrant out of grief for his mother's death. He orders beheadings of all the officials wh

Tyrant Yeonsan

1962•History

★6.0

King Gojong and Martyr An Jung-Geun (1959) movie poster

★6.0

King Gojong and Martyr An Jung-Geun: At the end of the Joseon Dynasty, shortly after the Eulsa Treaty has been forced to be concluded by Ito Hirobumi and the

King Gojong and Martyr An Jung-Geun

1959•History

★5.2

★5.2

Romance Papa: A middle-aged man is laid off from work but is too proud to tell his family. His children, however, learn of the situati

Romance Papa

1960•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lee Hwang-ja.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1966	Affection	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Call 112	Waitress	Flop	Similar →
1962	Tyrant Yeonsan	Gwang Han-sun	Average	Similar →
1961	Prince Yeonsan	Gwang Han-sun	Super Hit	Similar →
1961	An Upstart	-	Flop	Similar →
1960	A Drifting Story	Eul	Average	Similar →
1960	Romance Papa	-	Flop	Similar →
1959	Chun Hui	Jeong-ae	Flop	Similar →
1959	King Gojong and Martyr An Jung-Geun	Single woman	Average	Similar →
1956	The Enemy of Woman	-	Flop	Similar →

Lee Hwang-ja - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Lee Hwang-ja?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lee Hwang-ja is "Prince Yeonsan" with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has Lee Hwang-ja acted in?

Lee Hwang-ja has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Lee Hwang-ja?

Other notable films include "A Drifting Story", "Tyrant Yeonsan", and "King Gojong and Martyr An Jung-Geun".