Lee Il-jae

Acting

Freshness: Jan 30, 2026

9Total Films

6.5 Highest Rated

Born: Nov 13, 1960

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lee Il-jae reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Action

The majority of Lee Il-jae's filmography leans towards the Action 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 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lee Il-jae remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Passion Portrait, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Lee Il-jae Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Lee Il-jae's career based on audience ratings.

★6.5

★6.5

Passion Portrait: Failing to enter the university of his choice, a young man is forced to enter a local college, but a series of disappoin

Passion Portrait

1991•Romance

★6.3

★6.3

General's Son 3: Following the final events of General's Son 2, Kim Du-han is forced to go on the lam but eventually returns to Jongro wh

General's Son 3

1992•Action

★6.3

★6.3

Blue: Two friends in the Korean Navy, Lee and Kim are both part of an elite diving squad, specialising in emergency deep sea s

Blue

2003•Drama

★5.7

★5.7

General's Son: In Japanese-occupied South Korea, a young man, newly-released from prison, is accepted into a gang for his fighting skil

General's Son

1990•Action

★5.6

★5.6

Rules of the Game: A car wash attendant Yong-dae decides move to Seoul with his girlfriend Tae-suk for join the most dangerous gang Yu Kwan

Rules of the Game

1994•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lee Il-jae.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2003	Blue	Choi Hyeong-su	Average	Similar →
1995	Go Alone Like Musso's Horn	Doctor Kim	Flop	Similar →
1994	The Pirates	-	Flop	Similar →
1994	Rules of the Game	Denny	Average	Similar →
1992	General's Son 3	Kim Dong-hui	Average	Similar →
1991	General's Son 2	Kim Dong-hui	Average	Similar →
1991	Passion Portrait	-	Hit	Similar →
1990	Straight	-	Average	Similar →
1990	General's Son	Kim Dong-hoe	Average	Similar →

Lee Il-jae - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Lee Il-jae?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lee Il-jae is "Passion Portrait" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has Lee Il-jae acted in?

Lee Il-jae has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Lee Il-jae?

Other notable films include "General's Son 3", "Blue", and "General's Son".