Yang Dong-geun - Actor Profile

Yang Dong-geun

Acting
Updated: Apr 18, 2026
29Total Films
9.5 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 1, 1979
Birth Place: Seoul, South Korea

About Yang Dong-geun

Yang Dong-geun (양동근) is a South Korean film, television, and theater actor.  He also performs hip-hop music under the name "YDG".

Yang Dong-geun Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Yang Dong-geun reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Yang Dong-geun's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 31% of Yang Dong-geun'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 The Best, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Yang Dong-geun Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Yang Dong-geun's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Yang Dong-geun has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Mantis Gwang-cheon / Bi-cheon Average Similar →
2025 Squid Game: Making Season 2 Self Super Hit Similar →
2024 고장난 가족 [특별출연] 병원장/종례 조카 Flop Similar →
2024 Actor Lesson Chung Geum Flop Similar →
2023 The K-Pop Story Dong-geun Flop Similar →
2022 Yaksha: Ruthless Operations Hong Hit Similar →
2020 The Night of the Undead Doctor Jang Average Similar →
2019 Bank of Seoul Bank Chief Officer Flop Similar →
2018 A Living Being Jong-kyu Average Similar →
2018 Mystery Pink - Flop Similar →
2014 Shot Gun - Flop Similar →
2013 Black Gospel Self Flop Similar →
2013 Days of Wrath Chang-sik Average Similar →
2013 Rough Play Kang Bin Hit Similar →
2012 Love 911 Detective Bang Hit Similar →
2011 Perfect Game Seon Dong-yeol Hit Similar →
2010 Grand Prix Lee Woo-seok Average Similar →
2006 Monopoly Kyung Ho Average Similar →
2004 Fighter in the Wind Choi Bae-dal Hit Similar →
2004 The Last Wolf - Hit Similar →
2003 Wild Card Bang Je-su Average Similar →
2002 Bet On My Disco Seong Gi Flop Similar →
2001 Address Unknown Chang-guk Hit Similar →
2000 Bloody Beach Jae-seung Flop Similar →
1999 Dance Dance Sundo Flop Similar →
1999 White Valentine Han Suk Average Similar →
1998 The Best Jong Gu Super Hit Similar →
1991 Super Hong Gil-Dong 5 Dol-e Flop Similar →
N/A Starlight Falls CEO Park Flop Similar →

Yang Dong-geun - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Yang Dong-geun?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yang Dong-geun is "The Best" with a rating of 9.5/10.

How many movies has Yang Dong-geun acted in?

Yang Dong-geun has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Yang Dong-geun?

Other notable films include "Squid Game: Making Season 2", "Love 911", and "Fighter in the Wind".

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