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).
Oh Dal-su Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Oh Dal-su reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Oh Dal-su's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 78% of Oh Dal-su'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 Oldboy, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Oh Dal-su Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Oh Dal-su's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Oh Dal-su has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | The King's Warden | Elder Yoon | Hit | 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 | Average | 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 | Code Name: Jackal | Chief Detective Ma | Average | 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 | 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) | Average | 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", "Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds", and "Miracle in Cell No. 7".