Lee Jae-kyung - Actor Profile

Lee Jae-kyung

Acting
Updated: Apr 20, 2026
50Total Films
8.5 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 19, 1989
Birth Place: Kitami, Hokkaido, Japan

About Lee Jae-kyung

Lee Jae-kyung, better known by his ring name Jake Lee, is a Zainichi-Korean professional wrestler and former mixed martial artist and weightlifter who signed to New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) in July 2024 and made his G1 Climax debut later that month. After suffering a serious knee injury in September 2024 while aligned with Bullet Club War Dogs, he returned to NJPW at Wrestle Kingdom 20 in 2026 as a surprise member of United Empire, marking his first appearance for the promotion in over 16 months, now known as the "Silent Jester." He transitioned to professional wrestling after competing in MMA and powerlifting and made his in-ring debut with All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW) in 2011 after training through the promotion’s dojo system. Known as the “Smart Bastard” and previously the “Good Looking Emperor,” Lee is best known for his stints in All Japan Pro Wrestling and Pro Wrestling NOAH, where he became a two-time Triple Crown Heavyweight Champion, won the 2021 Champion Carnival, led the Good Looking Guys stable from 2023 to 2024, and captured the GHC Heavyweight Championship by defeating Kaito Kiyomiya at Great Voyage in Yokohama in March 2023.

Lee Jae-kyung Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Lee Jae-kyung reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Lee Jae-kyung's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 18% of Lee Jae-kyung'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 NJPW Sakura Genesis 2026, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Lee Jae-kyung Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Lee Jae-kyung's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Lee Jae-kyung has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2026 NJPW Sakura Genesis 2026 Jake Lee Super Hit Similar →
2026 NJPW New Japan Cup 2026 - Day 12 (Final) Jake Lee Hit Similar →
2026 NJPW New Japan Cup 2026 - Day 11 Jake Lee Average Similar →
2026 NJPW New Japan Cup 2026 - Day 10 Jake Lee Average Similar →
2026 NJPW New Japan Cup 2026 - Day 9 Jake Lee Hit Similar →
2026 NJPW New Japan Cup 2026 - Day 8 Jake Lee Hit Similar →
2026 NJPW New Japan Cup 2026 - Day 7 Jake Lee Hit Similar →
2026 NJPW New Japan Cup 2026 - Day 6 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2026 NJPW New Japan Cup 2026 - Day 4 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2026 NJPW 54th Anniversary Event & New Japan Cup 2026 - Day 3 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2026 NJPW New Japan Cup 2026 - Day 1 Jake Lee Hit Similar →
2026 NJPW The New Beginning In Osaka 2026 Jake Lee Super Hit Similar →
2026 NJPW Road to The New Beginning 2026 - Day 10 Jake Lee Average Similar →
2026 NJPW Road to The New Beginning 2026 - Day 6 Jake Lee Hit Similar →
2026 NJPW Road to The New Beginning 2026 - Day 2 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2026 NJPW Road to The New Beginning 2026 - Day 1 Jake Lee Average Similar →
2026 NJPW Yuji Nagata Produce Blue Justice XVII ~ Aoyi Transition ~ Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2026 NJPW New Year Dash !! 2026 Jake Lee Average Similar →
2026 NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 20 Jake Lee Super Hit Similar →
2024 NJPW Road to Destruction 2024: Day 3 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW Road to Destruction 2024: Day 2 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW Shingo Takagi's 20th Debut Anniversary Event Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 19 (Final) Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 18 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 17 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 16 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 15 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 14 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 13 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 12 Jake Lee Average Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 11 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 10 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 9 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 8 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 7 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 6 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 5 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 4 Lake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 3 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 2 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NJPW G1 Climax 34: Day 1 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NOAH: Destination 2024 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NOAH: Star Navigation 2024 - One Night Dream 2 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NOAH: Wrestle Magic 2024 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2024 NOAH: The New Year 2024 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2023 NOAH: Naomichi Marufuji 25th Anniversary Show Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2023 NOAH One Night Dream 2023 Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2023 All Together Again Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2023 NOAH: Great Voyage 2023 in Yokohama Jake Lee Flop Similar →
2023 NOAH: Keiji Muto Grand Final Pro-Wrestling "Last" Love ~Hold Out~ Jake Lee Flop Similar →

Lee Jae-kyung - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Lee Jae-kyung?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lee Jae-kyung is "NJPW Sakura Genesis 2026" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Lee Jae-kyung acted in?

Lee Jae-kyung has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Lee Jae-kyung?

Other notable films include "NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 20", "NJPW The New Beginning In Osaka 2026", and "NJPW Road to The New Beginning 2026 - Day 6".

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