Oh Dal-su
ActingAbout Oh Dal-su
Oh Dal-su (오달수) is a South Korean actor. Oh Dal-su began his acting career in theater in Busan, and since 2001 has been the head of theater company Singiru Manhwagyeong ("Mirage and Kaleidoscope"). His rich experience on the stage, in local productions such as Ogu, later made Oh an in-demand supporting/character actor on the big screen. Oh has starred in numerous successful films, in roles such as the owner of the organized crime-funded private jail in Oldboy (2003), a former gang boss in Mapado (2005), a weapons smuggler in A Bittersweet Life (2005), a transvestite in Foxy Festival (2010), a Chinese-Korean conman in The Thieves (2012), and a sympathetic inmate in Miracle in Cell No. 7. He also dubbed the voice of the monster in The Host (2006).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Oh Dal-su reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Oh Dal-su'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 80% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Oh Dal-su remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Oldboy, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Oh Dal-su Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Oh Dal-su's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Oh Dal-su.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The People Upstairs | Man next door | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | Boss | In-sool | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | No Other Choice | Detective #1 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | I, the Executioner | Oh Jae-pyeong | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Woongnami | Na Bok-cheon | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | I Want to Know Your Parents | Do Ji-yeol | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Best Friend | Eui-sik | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | 1987: When the Day Comes | Journalist (cameo) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds | Prosecutor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Memoir of a Murderer | Byung-man | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Master | Hwang Myung-joon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Old Days | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Tunnel | Dae-kyung | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Run-Off | Kang Dae-woong | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Great Actor | Jang Seong-pil | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | You Call It Passion | Director Ko | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Veteran | Oh Jae-pyeong | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Assassination | Pomade | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Detective K: Secret of the Lost Island | Han Seo-pil | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Ode to My Father | Dal-goo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Slow Video | Byeong-soo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Pirates | Han Sang-jil | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Attorney | Park Dong-ho | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | My Paparotti | Principle Deok-saeng | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Miracle in Cell No. 7 | So Yang-ho | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Mai Ratima | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Ugly Duckling | Nak-man's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Soar Into the Sun | Master Sergeant Min Dong-phil | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Thieves | Andrew | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Head | Professor Kim Sang-chul / Professor Oh Byung-seok | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Late Blossom | Dal-su | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Detective K: Secret of Virtuous Widow | Han Seo-pil | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Troubleshooter | Choi Sang-cheol | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Don't Step Out of the House | Father (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Thirst | Yeong-doo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Money Show | Factory President | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Private Eye | Oh Yeong-dal | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Good, the Bad, the Weird | Mr. Park | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Show Must Go On | Hyun-soo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Project Makeover | Jung-ju's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | I'm a Cyborg, But That's OK | Shin Duk-cheon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Once in a Summer | Nam Gyun-soo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Host | The Monster (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Lady Vengeance | Mr. Chang | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | A Bittersweet Life | Myeong-goo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Crying Fist | Yong-dae | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The President's Barber | Mr. Ahn | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Woman Is the Future of Man | Glutinous Rice Cake Seller | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Oldboy | Park Cheol-woong | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | If You Were Me | Police Station Chief (seg. 6) | Average | Similar → |
Oh Dal-su - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Oh Dal-su?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Oh Dal-su is "Oldboy" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Oh Dal-su acted in?
Oh Dal-su has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Oh Dal-su?
Other notable films include "1987: When the Day Comes", "Late Blossom", and "Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds".