
Jo Deok-jae
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jo Deok-jae reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 32 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Jo Deok-jae'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 59% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jo Deok-jae remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Memories of Murder, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jo Deok-jae Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jo Deok-jae's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jo Deok-jae.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Mafia Game | Kim Suk-hwan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Excavator | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Outdoor Begins | Choon-bae | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Canola | Hyun-cheol | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Malice | Choi Jin-ho | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Inside Men | Detective Choi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Sea Fog | Yeo Sang-goo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Stray Dogs | Choi Yong-gil | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Swine Escape | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | The X | R | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | 26 Years | Ma Sang-yeol | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Hard to Say | Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Romance Joe | Cho-hee's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Punch | Director of Students | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Hindsight | Gang Leader Lee (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Children... | Dong-pil's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Texas Hit | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Bedevilled | Police Officer Seo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | I Saw the Devil | Detective Kang | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Thirst | Inspector 1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Good, the Bad, the Weird | Chang-yi's Gang | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Chaser | Detective Choi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Cruel Winter Blues | Detective 1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Hearty Paws | Uncle | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Woman on the Beach | Small Seafood Restaurant Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Red Shoes | Detective | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | The President's Last Bang | Major Jo | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Memories of Murder | Investigator at So-hyun's Crime Scene | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Wanee & Junah | Pub Owner | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Coming Out | Sandwich Eater | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Quiet Family | Police Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Green Fish | Thug | Hit | Similar → |
Jo Deok-jae - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jo Deok-jae?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jo Deok-jae is "Memories of Murder" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Jo Deok-jae acted in?
Jo Deok-jae has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jo Deok-jae?
Other notable films include "Canola", "The Chaser", and "I Saw the Devil".




